| Meaning | fairy, faith |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 3 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Fay |
About Fay
The name Fay is a charming and timeless choice for a baby girl. Its origin can be traced back to Middle English, where it meant "fairy" or "sprite," reflecting a sense of enchantment and magic. This name carries a sense of wonder, making it perfect for parents who want to bestow a touch of whimsy upon their daughter.
Fay's simplicity and elegance make it a versatile name that pairs well with a variety of middle and last names. Its variations, such as Faye, Fae, and Fei, offer options for personalization. Common nicknames like Faye and Fifi add an endearing quality to this name.
Throughout history, many notable women have borne the name Fay, and it has also appeared in literature and film as a character name, further enhancing its appeal. Whether you're drawn to its fairy-tale charm or its classic simplicity, Fay is a name that can grace your daughter with a sense of magic and beauty that will last a lifetime.
Nicknames for Fay
| Faye |
| Fifi |
| Fee |
| Faysie |
Famous People Named Fay
| Fay Wray | Canadian-American actress known for her role in "King Kong" |
| Fay Bainter | American actress and the first person to win both an Academy Award and an Emmy Award |
| Fay Kanin | American screenwriter, playwright, and producer |
| Fay McKenzie | American actress known for her roles in Western films |
| Fay Templeton | American actress and singer from the early 20th century |
| Fay Spain | American actress from the 1950s and 1960s |
| Fay Lanphier | The first Miss America, crowned in 1925 |
| Fay Helm | American actress known for her work in classic Hollywood films |
| Fay Holderness | American silent film actress |
| Fay Compton | English actress of the stage and screen |
| Fay Weldon | English author and playwright |
| Fay Maltese | American politician |
| Fay Masterson | English actress known for her roles in television and film |
| Fay Kelton | Australian artist and illustrator |
| Fay Baker | American actress and writer |
| Fay Godwin | English photographer known for her landscape photography |
| Fay Vincent | Former Commissioner of Major League Baseball |
| Fay Ripley | English actress best known for her role in the TV series "Cold Feet" |
| Fay Presto | British magician and entertainer |
Characters Named Fay
| Fay Wray | Character in "King Kong" |
| Fay Evelyn Reagan | Character in the film "Step Brothers" |
| Fay Grim | Character in the film "Fay Grim" |
| Fay Cochran | Character in the TV series "Rectify" |
| Fay Lovsky | Character in the TV series "Twin Peaks" |
| Fay Hollister | Character in the TV series "The Waltons" |
| Fay Walker | Character in the TV series "Little House on the Prairie" |
| Fay Hanlon | Character in the film "Fair Game" |
| Fay Evelyn | Character in the film "The Late Show" |
| Fay Doyle | Character in the TV series "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit" |
| Fay Babcock | Character in the TV series "The Odd Couple" |
| Fay Freedman | Character in the TV series "The Jeffersons" |
| Fay Cossar | Character in the film "Full Moon in Blue Water" |
| Fay Coleman | Character in the film "The Wild Geese" |
| Fay Marsh | Character in the TV series "Prison Break" |
| Fay Ingram | Character in the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Fay Holloway | Character in the TV series "The Mentalist" |