Fay vs Wilder

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

Fay Rank #3,384
Wilder Rank #391

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 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

Wilder ___

  • Wilder James
  • Wilder Blue
  • Wilder River
  • Wilder Fox
  • Wilder Thomas
  • Wilder Everett

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fay

Pearl June Wren Clive Rupert

If you choose Wilder

Archer Hunter River Juniper Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fay or Wilder more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Fay at #3384 in the United States.

What do Fay and Wilder mean?

Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Fay and Wilder boy or girl names?

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

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