Phillistine
Phillistine is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,979 in the US, popular nicknames include Phi, Phy, and Phiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Phillistine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 5 babies have been named Phillistine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Phillistine is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,979 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,979
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Phillistine
Phillistine is a girl name .
Phillistine is currently ranked #64,979 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Phillistine include Phi, Phy, Phiie, and Philie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Phillistine include Philomena, Philippa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis