Fey Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAY / /feɪ/English; Old French; Middle English
Meaning
fairy; elf; magical being
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Fey' refers to a supernatural being or fairy, often associated with enchantment and magic. The term has roots in Old French, where it was used to describe something that is fated or destined. In Middle English, it evolved to encompass the idea of being touched by the supernatural, reflecting cultural beliefs in fairies and otherworldly creatures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Fae
- Fay
International Variants
- Fée (French)
- Fey (German)
Famous people named Fey
Fey Dunaway — actress.
Fictional characters named Fey
Fey — The Iron Fey series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fey was first seen in the United States in 1997. Fey has ranked as high as #1286 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Fey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fey (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |