Claire 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
Nicknames
Pheebs, Bee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Claire Rank #67
Phoebe Rank #183

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 vs #183 for Phoebe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Claire ___

  • Claire Elizabeth
  • Claire Anne
  • Claire Louise
  • Claire Olivia
  • Claire Marie
  • Claire Isabelle

Phoebe ___

  • Phoebe Rose
  • Phoebe Jane
  • Phoebe Ann
  • Phoebe Claire
  • Phoebe Kate
  • Phoebe Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Claire

Sophie Isabelle James Henry Rose

If you choose Phoebe

Theo Arthur Clem Iris Juno

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claire or Phoebe more popular?

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 compared to Phoebe at #183 in the United States.

What do Claire and Phoebe mean?

Claire means "illustrious, renowned" (Old French origin). Phoebe means "bright, radiant, shining" (Greek origin).

Are Claire and Phoebe boy or girl names?

Claire is primarily a girl name. Phoebe is primarily a girl name.

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