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Phila

Girl Name #49,056 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Phila is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Phila often also consider Burdette, Edgar, Dorice .

Popularity Over Time

#49,056
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#49,056
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Phi Phy Phiie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phila

Is Phila a boy or girl name?
Phila is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Phila?
Phila is currently ranked #49056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Phila?
Common nicknames for Phila include Phi, Phy, and Phiie.
Is Phila a common or rare name?
Phila is an uncommon name, ranked #49056 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Phila

Phila is a girl name .

Phila is currently ranked #49,056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Phila include Phi, Phy, and Phiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Phila include Philomena, Philippa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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