Fue
A name of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Spanish verb "fue" meaning "was".
Name Census estimates that about 263 living Americans carry the first name Fue. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Fue today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fue births was 1991 (22 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fue. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
263
~ 1 in 1,303,248 Americans
Peak year
1991
22 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1999 SSA rank
#10,458
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Fue: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Fue from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 142 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Fue by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Fue during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Fues live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Minnesota, Wisconsin recorded the most babies named Fue, while Wisconsin, Minnesota, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 46 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Fue
The name Fue is believed to have originated from the Yoruba language, spoken predominantly in southwestern Nigeria and the neighboring regions of Benin and Togo. Its roots can be traced back to the 16th century, during the height of the Oyo Empire, a powerful Yoruba state in present-day Nigeria.
Fue is a derivative of the Yoruba word "ifure," which means "blessing" or "good fortune." It was a common practice among the Yoruba people to name their children after desired qualities or aspirations, reflecting their cultural values and beliefs.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Fue can be found in the Yoruba oral traditions and folktales. It is said that Fue was the name of a wise and respected elder in a village, known for his ability to resolve conflicts and bestow blessings upon the community.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Fue. One of the earliest recorded figures was Fue Oloko (c. 1640 - 1705), a renowned Yoruba trader and diplomat who played a crucial role in facilitating trade relations between the Oyo Empire and neighboring kingdoms.
Another prominent figure was Fue Ajayi (1804 - 1867), a Yoruba military leader and strategist who led his people in their resistance against the expansionist campaigns of the Sokoto Caliphate in the 19th century.
In the realm of arts and culture, Fue Ogunbiyi (1923 - 1998) was a celebrated Yoruba artist and sculptor, known for his intricate woodcarvings that depicted various aspects of Yoruba life and traditions.
Moving into the 20th century, Fue Akindele (1928 - 2011) was a Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist who played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence and the promotion of democratic values.
More recently, Fue Ipadeola (1950 - present) is a respected educator and academic from Nigeria, who has made notable contributions to the field of African studies and has been recognized for his efforts in preserving and promoting Yoruba culture and traditions.
While the name Fue may not be as widely recognized globally as some other names, it holds a deep cultural significance within the Yoruba community and serves as a testament to their rich heritage and values. Its enduring presence throughout history highlights the timeless nature of names and their ability to connect us to our roots and cultural identities.
People
Fue + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Fue as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fue: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fue?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 263 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fue going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,303,248 US residents.
Is Fue a common name?
We classify Fue as "Very Rare". It ranks above 77.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 272 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fue most popular?
The single biggest year for Fue was 1991, when 22 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fue is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Fue a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fue in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.