Faith Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfayth / /feɪθ/English; Latin
Meaning
English: trust; Latin: faithfulness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Faith has been used in English-speaking countries since the Protestant Reformation. It is often associated with the virtue of faith in Christianity. The name gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly for girls, but has also been used for boys. It reflects a positive attribute valued in many cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Faith has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fayth
International Variants
- Fé (French)
- Fe (Spanish)
Famous people named Faith
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Fictional characters named Faith
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Faith was first seen in the United States in 1956. Faith has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Faith has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Faith (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 15 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 8 |