Philis
Philis is a girl baby name. Ranked #68,729 in the US, popular nicknames include Phi, Phy, and Phiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Philis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 106 babies have been named Philis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Philis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,729 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,729
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Philis
Philis is a girl name .
Philis is currently ranked #68,729 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Philis include Phi, Phy, Phiie, and Philie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Philis include Philomena, Philippa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis