Phillisa
Phillisa is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,373 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
Phillisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 7 babies have been named Phillisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Phillisa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,373 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,373
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Phillisa
Phillisa is a girl name .
Phillisa is currently ranked #22,373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Phillisa include Phi, Phy, Phiie, and Philie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Phillisa 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