Faith
Faith is a Christian girl name of English origin, meaning “Trust, belief”.
| Meaning | Trust, belief |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | English |
| Pronunciation | FAYTH |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Faith
Faith is the English word for trust and belief, from Old French feid and Latin fides. It became a name among the Puritans in the seventeenth century, along with other virtue names like Hope and Charity. It is one of the three theological virtues in Christian tradition. The singer Faith Hill is a well-known bearer.
Is Faith a Christian name?
Faith is a Christian virtue name, recalling faith, hope and love in 1 Corinthians 13. It is chosen by families who want a name with a clear spiritual meaning.
How popular is Faith?
A steady choice in the US and other English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Faith
- Faith name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Faith baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Faith
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Faith mean?
Faith means 'Trust, belief'. It is of English origin.
Is Faith a Christian name?
Faith is a Christian virtue name, recalling faith, hope and love in 1 Corinthians 13. It is chosen by families who want a name with a clear spiritual meaning.
How do you pronounce Faith?
Faith is pronounced FAYTH.
Is Faith a boy or girl name?
Faith is usually a girl name.