Fay vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fay

Pearl June Wren Clive Rupert

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fay or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Fay at #3384 in the United States.

What do Fay and Theodore mean?

Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Fay and Theodore boy or girl names?

Fay is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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