All about the name FAITHFUL

Meaning, origin, history.

The name Faithful is of English origin and means 'steadfast in belief or allegiance'. It is derived from the Old French word 'feithful', which is a variation of the Latin word 'fidelis' meaning 'faithful'. The name Faithful has been used historically as both a given name and a surname. One notable example is Sir Walter Raleigh, who was known as the 'Faithful Shepherd' in Elizabethan England.

Popularity of the name FAITHFUL since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Faithful has seen a fluctuating number of births over the years, with peaks in 2015 and 2017, and a total of 65 babies named Faithful born between 2003 and 2022."