Phi
Pronunciation: [ f-EYE ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Phi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 474 babies have been named Phi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Phi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,863 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,863
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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Phi is also used as a girl name, ranked #58531.
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About the Name Phi
Phi is a boy name .
Is Phi a boy or girl name? Phi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #8,863 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #58,531. Phi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Phi is currently ranked #8,863 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Phi include Philip, Phillip, Phineas, Phinehas . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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