Fife
“A Irish name with cultural significance”
Irish origin · Unisex name
#1696US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Fife mean and where does it come from?
Fife is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Fife carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1696 in 2015 — currently #1696 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Fife?
Fife works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Fife Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Fife Rose
Floral · soft ending
Fife Mae
Sweet · timeless
Fife Claire
French influence · crisp
Fife Jane
Literary · strong
Fife Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Fife right now?
Holding steady — currently #1696 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Fife is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Fife?
Common
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Famous people named Fife
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Fife (traditional Irish musician)
Fife passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.
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Fife (Celtic chieftain)
Fife bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Fife (Irish saint)
Fife helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
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Fife (Irish poet or writer)
Fife used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
What names sound and feel like Fife?
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How is Fife written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Fife
What does the name Fife mean?
Fife means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Fife?
Fife is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Fife?
Fife originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Fife a common or rare name?
Fife is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Fife more of a girl or boy name?
Fife is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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