Fay vs Olivia

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

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Popularity Comparison

Fay Rank #3,384
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3384 for Fay.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fay ___

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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fay

Pearl June Wren Clive Rupert

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fay or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Fay at #3384 in the United States.

What do Fay and Olivia mean?

Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Fay and Olivia boy or girl names?

Fay is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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