Philisa
Philisa is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,859 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
Philisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 17 babies have been named Philisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Philisa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,859 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,859
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Philisa
Philisa is a girl name .
Philisa is currently ranked #62,859 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Philisa include Phi, Phy, Phiie, and Philie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Philisa 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