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Phyllis vs Phoebe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phoebe

Girl #183 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, radiant, shining"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#183
Total SSA Count
1,639
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Phyllis Rank #8,654
Phoebe Rank #183

Phoebe is more popular, ranked #183 vs #8654 for Phyllis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phyllis or Phoebe more popular?

Phoebe is more popular, ranked #183 compared to Phyllis at #8654 in the United States.

What do Phyllis and Phoebe mean?

Phoebe means "bright, radiant, shining" (Greek origin).

Are Phyllis and Phoebe boy or girl names?

Phyllis is primarily a girl name. Phoebe is primarily a girl name.

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