Top 10 Best Fairy Type Pokemon

Fairy-type Pokémon bring an incredible mix of charm and strength to any team, and they've quickly become a fan favorite since their introduction in Generation VI. Whether you're looking for a bulky defender, a special attacker, or just a beautiful Pokémon that embodies elegance, the Fairy type has something to offer. Known for their immunity to Dragon-type moves and powerful resistances, Fairy Pokémon can hold their own in battles while still looking absolutely magical.

This list highlights some of the most beloved Fairy-type Pokémon, and it's up to you to vote for your favorites. Whether it's a graceful evolution, an iconic legendary, or just a cute Pokémon with an unexpectedly strong move set, every pick has its fans.

The Top Ten

Sylveon

Sylveon, known in Japan as Nymphia, is a Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. It evolves from Eevee when leveled up with high friendship while knowing a Fairy-type move.
Sylveon was the first Fairy-type evolution of Eevee. Its design emphasizes affection and bonds with its trainer,... read more

This is the first Pokémon I try to get in every game. It's surprisingly strong despite its innocent looks and can bring down a team if you misjudge it.
Sylveon has an amazing Special Attack, while also having decent defense both ways. If you use him/her right, they're a great addition to any team. I just wish it didn't have only one typing.

I saw a meme showing a Trainer complaining about his Eevee evolving into Sylveon: "NO! I wanted an Umbreon! Not some girly pink thing! I didn't raise you to be like that!" This broke my heart. So, I decided to return to Pokémon after a break since Gen 4.
In another picture by the same artist, Sylveon finds a new, happy owner. I was inspired to be that guy! Plus, Sylveon is incredibly strong and fits perfectly into my team.
Primarina

Primarina is a Water and Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII, specifically in Pokémon Sun and Moon (2016). It evolves from Brionne, which itself evolves from Popplio. Primarina's singing-based battle style is characterized by sea lion-inspired fluid movements. It has appeared in the animated... read more

Primarina is a gorgeous Pokémon based on sirens, featuring a wonderfully gentle and calming color palette, along with cute and joyful pre-evolutions.
With strong special defense and attack, the combination of Water and Fairy types is nothing to scoff at! Primarina has a type advantage over multiple types, such as Bug, Dragon, Dark, Fighting, Ice, Water, and Fire. That's 7 out of 18 Pokémon types that you could easily defeat with Primarina!
Primarina can learn and be taught a variety of moves ranging from Normal, Fairy, Water, Ice, Poison, Psychic, Ghost, Grass, Flying, and Steel types.
I would highly recommend choosing this Pokémon as your starter in Pokémon Sun/Moon. With the upper hand in most of the trials, you're definitely going to succeed!
Gardevoir

Gardevoir is a third-generation Pokémon species originally introduced as a Psychic-type in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. It evolves from Kirlia and has a further evolution into Mega Gardevoir when exposed to Gardevoirite. Known for its powerful psychic abilities and strong loyalty to its trainer, Gardevoir... read more

Gardevoir is the BEST Pokémon in the WORLD! It is very loyal and cool. Fun Fact: It can see into the future and suck horrible people like you into black holes that probably lead to another dimension! It should be #1!

She really does deserve 2nd place. She is my second favorite Fairy type! (My favorite is Sylveon). You must vote for her! If you hate her, then you are strange. Just vote for her, and done. See, no harm done!

Look at this beautiful Pokémon. Its attacks are more powerful than many other Pokémon. A combination of Calm Mind, Psychic, Hypnosis, and Dream Eater is deadly. It also has powerful Fairy moves like Moonblast or Dazzling Gleam.
Oh, and Gardevoir's Mega Evolution significantly boosts its Special Attack and Special Defense. So cool! Vote for this beautiful and powerful Pokémon.
Xerneas

Xerneas is a legendary Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. It is the mascot of Pokémon X and is classified as the Life Pokémon.
Xerneas can share eternal life, a power it uses when the horns on its head shine in seven colors. When its life comes to an end, it releases life energy to... read more

Oh my gosh! Xerneas is like the Cosmos (from Final Fantasy Dissidia) of Pokémon! This must be the most powerful Fairy-type Pokémon! It's also elegant, making it my second favorite Fairy-type Pokémon, after Azumarill. With its Fairy Aura and its signature move, Geomancy, Xerneas is going to take down many Pokémon.
Look at its base stat of 680 - you would say that is "Madness"! It's both beautifully and powerfully designed, which is very rare. Milotic also deserves a Fairy typing, but since we're discussing Xerneas, I should say that it's "Madness" - amazingly elegant and powerful! (Dialga is powerful and elegant too, so someone please add Dialga to the list of most beautiful Pokémon. Thank you.)
Togekiss

Togekiss has the best moveset, including Aura Sphere, Dazzling Gleam, Shock Wave, and Ancient Power. It is surprisingly bulky, has Serene Grace, and with Thunder Wave and Air Slash, the opponent will only move 30% of the time.

If your Togekiss is faster than your enemies, you've got a pretty good chance of winning with Air Slash's 60% flinch chance. Even if they are faster, you can Body Slam them to paralyze them.
And Tri Attack! Man, and even Ancient Power. It's a wonder how this thing is only BL instead of OU.

As the final evolved form of Togepi, this overpowered Pokémon makes an Island Scan appearance in Pokémon Sun and Moon on Poni Island in the Poni Gauntlet on Tuesday. Its moves are overpowered, and it can beat Mega Mewtwo.
Mawile

What happens when Game Freak decides to make a complete powerhouse? Mega Mawile. When you see this thing, you know it's going to rip a hole right in the center of your team, no matter what typing you are.
Seeing as very few things resist Dark, and Huge Power Sucker Punch is just devastating, let alone if you Swords Dance Baton Pass into this beast.

Mawile is awesome. The combination of Steel/Fairy makes Steel types not effective, Poison types do nothing, and Fighting types were already bad against Fairy types, making its only obvious weakness Fire types.
This thing deserves number one on this list! My favorite Fairy type. But hey, every Pokémon has at least one weakness.
Florges

Florges, known in Japan by the same name, is a Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. It evolves from Floette when exposed to a Shiny Stone. Florges is recognized for its floral appearance and its high Special Defense, making it a strong choice for defensive strategies.

Florges, amazingly cute, is a natural healer with its built-in Wish, Aromatherapy, and the massive amounts of different terrains it can set to set up a Nature Power combo.
Plus, she has a built-in Moonblast along with some amazing stats. What more can you ask for?

That my Florges took out a Darkrai in one hit and tanked an Iron Head from Mega Aerodactyl chuffed me to bits. Love this prudish-looking beast.

This Pokemon is the best. It has amazing stats and is hands down awesome!
Azumarill

Azumarill is a dual-type Water and Fairy Pokémon introduced in Generation II. It originally appeared as a pure Water type, but the Fairy type was added beginning with Generation VI. Its shiny form has a golden coloration, which makes it especially popular among collectors.

For Gen VI, Azumarill is outstanding. Moves like Dig, Waterfall, Ice Punch, and Play Rough provide excellent coverage. It might have the most coverage of any Fairy type. Waterfall is great against Fire types, Dig against Steel and Poison types, and both Play Rough and Ice Punch are strong attacks.
I usually replace Dig with Brick Break (or Focus Blast if its ability is not Huge Power) because the damage output is higher.

I did not think it fair to include the legendaries just because I feel as if they should be judged in their own legendary category, regardless of whether you think the sparsity of Fairy-type legendaries justifies unrealistic comparisons in terms of status.
I find that out of these Pokémon, Azumarill is fresh and extremely powerful and bulky. It is a must-have in every Fairy team because of its well-balanced stats, movepool, and typing. Although I adore Gardevoir, I have to give this one to Azumarill.
Diancie

Diancie, also known as the Jewel Pokémon, is a Mythical Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. It is identified as number 719 in the National Pokédex.
Diancie stars in the Pokémon anime movie Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction. It has the unique ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Diancie, enhancing... read more

In response to the other comment about Combee and Carbink, I think Diancie is better than Vespiquen. The reason is simple: Mega Evolution.
Although Vespiquen might be able to Mega Evolve soon, let's put that topic aside for now. I believe Diancie is cute and powerful in the right and intelligent hands. With the right strategy, such as using Trick Room, Moonblast, Diamond Storm, and other moves, it can become a massive yet cute bringer of destruction. Please note that this moveset is just an example, so don't try it and expect guaranteed success.

Diancie is the best Fairy type. I mean, it has higher base stats than all of those Pokémon above it, has a great typing, an OP mega (I mean, 700 base stats!), and great moves.
Not to mention how great its design is compared to the others.
Mimikyu

Mimikyu is a dual-type Ghost and Fairy Pokémon whose ability, Disguise, allows it to avoid damage from an opponent's first attack. The disguise is represented by a rag that resembles Pikachu, which helps Mimikyu hide its true form. This ability gives Mimikyu a strategic advantage in battles by allowing... read more

Everyone forgets about Mimikyu's Fairy side and only focuses on this poor Pokémon's Ghost side. Its story is just so sad. It's dressed up to look like Pikachu just because it wants to be popular. This Pokémon isn't evil. It just wants to have friends.
And it does in the last Sun and Moon episode, when Jessie, James, Meowth, and Wobbuffet leave to go to Team Rocket headquarters and leave Mimikyu and Mareanie with Bewear and Stufful. And Mimikyu is still living with Mareanie, Stufful, and Bewear. So, at least Mimikyu lives a happy story.

It's so cute, and its story is so sad. It's dressed up as a Pikachu because it's lonely and wants to be as popular, and because it can't touch the sunlight. The head is not it. The two cute, sad little eyes at the bottom are Mimikyu.

The Newcomers

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Eternal Flower Floette
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Mega Magearna

The Contenders

Jigglypuff

Jigglypuff, known in Japan as Purin, is a round, pink character recognized for its ability to sing lullabies that put others to sleep. Jigglypuff has appeared in various games, anime episodes, and Super Smash Bros. titles.

How can you not love Jigglypuff? Originally a Normal type, it shines even more as a Fairy type! Jigglypuff can sing and put opponents to sleep with its soothing lullabies, and it's just so cute! You have to admit, it's the cutest Pokémon ever. Jigglypuff is plain awesome.
I used Jigglypuff and Yveltal against the Elite Four. Yveltal fell after the first hit, but Jigglypuff was amazing. Go Jigglypuff!

The best part about Jigglypuff is that she evolves with a shiny stone, and Wigglytuff is amazing. One Wigglytuff is worth five Jigglypuffs.
Clefable

Clefable, known in Japan as Pixy, evolves from Clefairy when exposed to a Moon Stone and is the final form of Cleffa. It became a Fairy-type Pokémon starting in Generation VI. Clefable is known for its gentle demeanor and ability to float by skipping across the surface of water.

Why isn't this guy in the top three? Seriously, why? With full health, it can take a Technician-boosted Bullet Punch by a Choice Banded Adamant Scizor and still have time to incinerate his soul by Flamethrowering or Fire Blasting right in its face.
And please, let's not forget that our man Clefable has access to excellent recovery moves such as Moonlight and Soft-Boiled. This turns it, if used with due care and attention, into the undying threat that will make your opponent drown in their own hopeless desperation every time you're about to send our little dragon slayer out on the field.

Clefable is a threat competitively. This beast can take down Steel types and Poison types with Psychic and Fire-type moves, and gets STAB Moonblast and Moonlight!
Wigglytuff

Wigglytuff, known in Japan as Pukurin, evolves from Jigglypuff when exposed to a Moon Stone. It is a dual-type Normal and Fairy Pokémon known for its balloon-like, expandable body. Wigglytuff can inflate itself to an enormous size by inhaling air.
Dedenne

Dedenne, known in Japan by the same name, was introduced in Generation VI and is an Electric/Fairy-type Pokémon. Dedenne resembles a small rodent and is known for its ability to communicate through electrical signals using its whiskers. It is often seen as a counterpart to Pikachu due to its similar... read more

Cute and small, Dedenne is a complete surprise to many, which makes sense as you should know size doesn't always matter for a Pokémon to be good. Plus, I love the one in the X and Y Series that was Bonnie's travel partner, which her brother Clemont caught for her!

Cute Fairy type, but it looks like a cheap version of Raichu. Maybe Pikachu can evolve into Dedenne and then evolve into Raichu. Raichu can be an Electric-Fairy type also.

I love Dedenne! It is so cute and is one of my favorite Pokemon in Alola.
Marill

Marill, known in Japan as Maril, was introduced in Generation II and is a Water and Fairy-type Pokémon. It evolves from Azurill when leveled up with high friendship and evolves into Azumarill starting at level 18. Marill is recognized for its buoyant, ball-like tail that helps it float while swimming... read more

It's Jemela's first favorite Pokémon, Marill. But that cat Pokémon from Team Rocket, Meowth, is not Jem's only favorite Pokémon.
Klefki

Klefki is a dual-type Steel/Fairy Pokémon introduced in the Pokémon franchise's sixth generation. It is known for its distinctive design, resembling a keyring. Klefki has a habit of collecting keys and other small metal objects, which it carries on its body. Its Steel and Fairy typing provides strong... read more

Klefki is the god of luck for battling. Everything around him is luck-based. The best set is Swagger, Thunder Wave, Substitute, and Foul Play. Prankster makes all these moves except Foul Play go first. Swagger doubles the target's attack and makes them confused, lowering their chance to attack. Thunder Wave halves their speed and further lowers their chance to move.
Substitute gives Klefki an extra hit, and if it has Leftovers, then it should recover health fast. Foul Play uses the target's attack stat, which was previously doubled, against them, making Klefki essentially have a doubled attack stat. Klefki also has great typing. Besides, how can you not love the little key fairy?
Whimsicott

I can't believe Whimsicott ranks so low. It's my favorite among all Grass and Fairy-type Pokémon, mainly because it's such a good sub-seeder. Whimsicott is the fastest Prankster Pokémon, which essentially means it can't be outsped.
A moveset of Protect, Leech Seed, Cotton Guard, and Substitute helped me last about 30 turns during a 2v1 in a doubles matchup. That's how overpowered Whimsicott is. With the right EV set and good IVs, Whimsicott becomes a formidable Pokémon to face.

This Satanic cotton ball makes everyone cry in online battles. Whimsicott is also extremely cute and EXTREMELY annoying because it gets Prankster.
Mega Altaria

Ice Beam is less effective, Dragon Pulse won't work, Stone Edge doesn't super effectively hit. Great stuff! Water Pulse, Ice Beam, Flamethrower, Aerial Ace, Dragon Claw, Moonblast, etc., such a wide array of moves this guy can use.

Just look at this cute and beautiful bird! It's just weak to Ice and Fairy, but it can learn Fire Blast, so? Just weak to Fairy! I loved using one in Sun and Moon.

This thing is a beast. Its Mega Evolution is a Dragon/Fairy, a unique type combo.
Carbink

Carbink is a Rock and Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. Known in Japan as Melecie, it is referred to as the Jewel Pokémon and is numbered 703 in the National Pokédex. Carbink is notable for its gem-like body and its defensive capabilities.

Carbink may have bad speed, but it's bulky in defense, and you can just use Gyro Ball to make up for it.

Carbink is the best Pokémon ever and would be even better if it could Mega Evolve.

I just finished all 6 Pokémon in Deluge RPG using only 1 attack. It's a great Fairy Pokémon. Get it!
Clefairy

Clefairy, known in Japan as Pippi, is a Fairy-type Pokémon. It was originally a Normal-type before the Fairy type was introduced in Generation VI. Clefairy evolves from Cleffa when leveled up with high friendship and then evolves into Clefable when exposed to a Moon Stone.
Magearna

Defense, Special Attack, and Special Defense are all great! The only thing is to train its HP and Speed. I would go with Speed first. Still, it's an ultra beast, though.
Granbull

Granbull is a Fairy-type Pokémon first introduced in Generation II. It evolves from Snubbull and is characterized by its large jaws and intimidating demeanor. Despite its fearsome appearance, Granbull is often described as timid and easily scared. Its strong jaw enables powerful biting moves, making... read more

Granbull looks awesome, and the 120 base attack is nothing to be sniffed at. Play Rough, plus a plethora of other types of moves in its moveset due to it previously having been a normal type, make it formidable.
It must be the #1 non-legendary physical Fairy attacker, only potentially surpassed by 'Huge Power' Azumarill. But it looks much cooler and more aggressive than Azumarill.

Come on, people, it easily can be in the top 10 at least. This Pokémon's look is totally badass. Plus, the new Fairy type and cool movepool make this Pokémon even stronger than before.
Alolan Ninetales

They took a gorgeous regular Ninetales, made it even more beautiful, and added Fairy/Ice typing! I loved Alolan Vulpix, but Ninetales took it to another level. She is just worth your vote!
Zacian

Zacian is a Fairy-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII. It is the mascot for Pokémon Sword and has a unique ability to transform into its Crowned Sword form when holding the Rusted Sword. Zacian plays a central role in the storyline of the Galar region and is often paired with its counterpart... read more

A 720 base stat total in Crowned Sword form plus the Intrepid Sword ability equals OP.
Tapu Koko

Tapu Koko can just electrocute its opponents like that. You don't need to send out backup for that thing. You can just say Thunder and it wipes out its opponent.

Easily my favorite Tapu for multiple reasons in the game and in the anime too!

Tapu Koko is one of the best Fairy types I have ever used. After all, he is my ace!