Faith
trust, belief
- Origin
- English
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- Girl
- Country
- United States
- Pronunciation
- FAYTH
- Popularity
- falling
About the name Faith
Faith is a girl name of English origin meaning "trust, belief". It is most commonly used in Christian families and is especially popular in United States.
Faith belongs to the virtue-name tradition that English Puritans established in the 16th and 17th centuries, alongside Hope, Grace, Prudence and Mercy. Most of that group fell out of use; Faith, Hope and Grace survived. It is currently strongest in the US South and in Nigeria and Kenya, where virtue names carry a live devotional meaning rather than a historical one.
Popularity trend: Faith is used less often now than it was a generation ago, which can make it feel fresh again.
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Frequently asked about Faith
- What does the name Faith mean?
- Faith means "trust, belief". It's a girl name of English origin, most commonly used in Christian families and popular in United States.
- Where does the name Faith come from?
- Faith originates from English. On Babbloom it's classified in the Christian naming tradition.
- Is Faith a boy or girl name?
- Faith is a girl name.