Holding steady, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Feiga since 1984
Babies named Feiga per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 8 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Feiga is a distinctly rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1984 and remaining consistently uncommon, with a trajectory that has been stable over the decades. In its latest data from 2025, Feiga ranked 11,932 nationally, meaning only about 1 in every 229,610 newborn girls received the name. Its peak usage occurred in the year of its debut, 1984, and since then it has maintained a low but steady presence. Geographically, the name is most associated with New York, reflecting its roots in Jewish communities. Feiga is a Yiddish variant of Faiga, directly meaning 'bird', and is linked to the Hebrew name Tzipporah. It is exclusively a girl's name and carries a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. The name's rarity gives it a distinctive quality, and its simple, melodic sound may appeal to families seeking a name with cultural significance that is unlikely to be shared by many peers.
Feiga is a Yiddish feminine name derived from the word 'feygl' meaning 'bird'. It is a variant of Faiga, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Tzipporah, also meaning 'bird'. The name has been used historically in Ashkenazi Jewish communities, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Where Feiga is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Feigy, Figgy
Sibling names for Feiga
Names that share Feiga's style, for a brother or sister.
