Fay
/fay/ English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Fay is a English name meaning "Fairy". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Austria, Bangladesh, BE. The etymology is somewhat debated, but it's often linked to Old French 'faie' meaning fairy or elf, ultimately derived from Latin 'fata' meaning fates or goddesses. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of names like Fayette or an anglicized version of Irish names.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic fay
IPA feɪ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as fay. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Fay
- · Fay Bainter - Actress
- · Fay Tincher - Actress
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