Faye
Girl name · 852 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Faye: 852 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 34 births in 2012.
Of Old French origin, Faye derives from *fae* meaning “fairy,” itself rooted in the Latin *fata* (“fate”), evoking a sense of enchantment and destiny. The name gained modern prominence through Oscar-winning actress Faye Dunaway, known for *Bonnie and Clyde*, and Chinese singer Faye Wong, a beloved pop icon. While no major Scottish place bears the name, the surname Faye appears in medieval Scottish records, and the root “fairy” resonates in countless fairy-tale folklore across the British Isles. A popular variant is Fay, often used as a sweet middle name, and Faye has consistently been a gentle, understated choice in Scotland since the 1970s,
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201234 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #24215 babies
- Total births
- 852since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y