Holding steady.
Popularity of Lafaye since 1918
Babies named Lafaye per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 12 |
| 1920s | 44 |
| 1930s | 55 |
| 1940s | 38 |
| 1950s | 32 |
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lafaye is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1918, with its peak popularity occurring in 1933. The name is of uncertain origin, but it may be derived from the French phrase 'la fée' (the fairy) or an altered form of the surname Lafay. It has remained extremely rare since its brief appearance in the 1930s, and no top state concentrations are recorded. For parents seeking a truly uncommon name with a vintage feel, Lafaye offers a unique option.
Lafaye appears to be a 20th-century American coinage, possibly derived from the French phrase 'la fée' (the fairy) or a variant of the surname Lafay. It is first recorded in 1918 and saw modest use in the 1930s, with a peak in 1933. The name's origin is not definitively established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Faye, Lala
Sibling names for Lafaye
Names that share Lafaye's style, for a brother or sister.
