Pharoah

Pronunciation: [ f-AYR-oh ]

Boy Name #5,585 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Pharoah is a boy name, recorded for 17 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced f-AYR-oh.

Parents who love the name Pharoah often also consider Phoebe, Phebe, Philomena .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #5,585
Total SSA Count: 17

Alternative Spellings

Pharaoh #1760

Nicknames

Pha Phy Phaie Pharie

Similar Names

Phoebe Phebe Philomena Phyllis Philip Phillip Phil Philo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pharoah

Is Pharoah a boy or girl name?

Pharoah is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Pharoah?

Pharoah is pronounced f-AYR-oh.

How popular is the name Pharoah?

Pharoah is currently ranked #5585 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Pharoah?

Common nicknames for Pharoah include Pha, Phy, Phaie, and Pharie.

Is Pharoah a common or rare name?

Pharoah is an uncommon name, ranked #5585 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Pharoah

Pharoah is a boy name .

Pharoah is currently ranked #5,585 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Pharoah include Pha, Phy, Phaie, and Pharie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Pharoah include Pharaoh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.