Fayre

Arabic

"happiness"

Fayre Origin and Meaning

The name Fayre is a girl's name.

Fayre is a feminine name with origins in Middle English, where it derives from the word "fair" meaning beautiful, pleasing, or lovely. This spelling variation adds an elegant, slightly archaic touch to the traditional concept of fairness. The name evokes images of beauty, light, and goodness in English folklore and literature. Fayre has remained quite uncommon as a given name, appealing primarily to parents seeking something with both vintage charm and meaningful associations. Its aesthetic quality and positive connotations make it distinctive while still being intuitive in pronunciation. The name's rarity gives it a special quality for those who prefer names not commonly heard in playgrounds and classrooms.

The name Fayre in Pop Culture

• Feyre Archeron a main character in Sarah J Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses book series.