Emma vs Fay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fay

Girl #3,384 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fairy, magical being"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,384
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Faye

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Fay Rank #3,384

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3384 for Fay.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Fay ___

  • Fay Elizabeth
  • Fay Louise
  • Fay Catherine
  • Fay Victoria
  • Fay Adelaide

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Fay

Pearl June Wren Clive Rupert

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Fay more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Fay at #3384 in the United States.

What do Emma and Fay mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin).

Are Emma and Fay boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Fay is primarily a girl name.

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