Foday

“Mende”

Sierra Leone origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9104US 2021

8Births / yr

↑Rising

84All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Foday mean and where does it come from?

Foday is a common name among the Mende people, an ethnic group in Sierra Leone. The name reflects positive characteristics and is often used to bestow hope and happiness upon the bearer. It is commonly given to boys born during celebrations or important events, symbolizing the joy they bring to thei

Cultural significance

Foday has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Sierra Leone-speaking communities, where it reflects values of mende.

Peak popularity

Reached #7214 in 2006 — currently #9104 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Foday?

Foday works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Foday Grace

How popular is Foday right now?

Rising fast — up 3508 spots — currently #9104 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2021#9104 · Top 6.7%

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2000

2005

2010

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#9104	8	▲ up 3508 · +60% births
2020	#12612	5	▲ up 414
2010	#13026	5	▼ down 2240 · -17% births
2005	#10786	6	▲ up 411 · +20% births
2000	#11197	5	▼ down 1900
1990	#9297	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Foday

Best Year2021Rank #9104

Peak Count8

Average Rank#11004

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20216 years

The story of Foday

Foday is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 84 total births recorded, Foday remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9297 in 1990 to #9104 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Foday in 2006:

Jacob Michael Joshua Ethan Matthew

Foday by decade

Foday peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s ★	43
2010s	26
2020s	5

💎Foday has only 84 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Foday?

Common

FodFodieFody

What names sound and feel like Foday?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Foday also consider these

Oday

Arabic · أوداي (Oday)

Corday

France · French

Foshay

International · A International name

Korday

American · Possibly a variation

Koray

Turkey · moonlight; bright moon

Rozay

French · French

Foden

English · A meaningful name

Toray

Japan · Japanese

Common questions about the name Foday

What does the name Foday mean?

Foday means "Mende" — a name rooted in Sierra Leone 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 Foday?

Foday is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Foday have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Foday?

Foday originates from Sierra Leone tradition. Sierra Leone names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Foday trending right now?

Foday is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Foday a common or rare name?

Foday is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.