Pye

The name Pye is a rare English surname that has occasionally been used as a given name. Its origin is believed to be from the Middle English word 'pie', referring to the magpie bird. This could have been a nickname for someone thought to resemble a magpie in some way (perhaps talkative or having a distinctive appearance), or it could have been a topographic name for someone living near a place frequented by magpies.

As a given name, Pye is exceedingly uncommon and does not have a long history of use. It is more frequently encountered as a surname, particularly in England. Its use as a first name is likely a modern adoption, possibly influenced by its short, distinctive sound or as a direct transfer from the surname.