Faige Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAY-guh / /ˈfeɪɡə/Yiddish; Hebrew
Meaning
Yiddish: little bird; Hebrew: to shine
Historical & Cultural Background
Faige is a name of Yiddish origin, commonly used among Ashkenazi Jews. It is often associated with the cultural and linguistic heritage of Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. The name reflects a connection to nature and light, which are significant themes in various cultures. In Hebrew, it is sometimes linked to the concept of brightness or radiance.
Similar Names
Variants
- Faiga
- Fayge
International Variants
- Faiga (Yiddish)
Famous people named Faige
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Fictional characters named Faige
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Faige was first seen in the United States in 1955. Faige has ranked as high as #1116 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Faige has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Faige (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |