Faigy
How to say it: FAY-gee · /ˈfeɪɡi/
Yiddish diminutive of Faigel meaning 'little bird' - traditional name in Hasidic Jewish communities
Faigy was the 1,064th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 176 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 59% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #966 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #1,064 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 176 |
| Share of births | 1 in 18,837 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +59% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #966 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Within living memory Faigy emerged into recorded use and grew quietly. At its peak in the 2020s, the trajectory favors continued ascent.
What goes with it
Light and chirping with crisp breath, Faigy feels tender and nature touched. Shayna and Raizel complement its charm.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Faigy is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Hebrew.
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