Phila
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Phila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5 babies have been named Phila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Phila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,056 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #49,056
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Phila
Phila is a girl name .
Phila is currently ranked #49,056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Phila include Phi, Phy, Phie, and Phikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Phila include Philomena, Philippa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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