Phillis

Q: How popular is the name Phillis?

Phillis is ranked #17338 in popularity for girl names.

Pronunciation: [ f-IHL-ihs ]

Girl Name #17,338 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Phillis is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced f-IHL-ihs.

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

Popularity Over Time

#17,338

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #17,338
Total SSA Count: 8

Alternative Spellings

Philomena #1822 Philippa #2636

Nicknames

Phi Phy Phiie Philie

Middle Name Ideas

Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style

Phillis Daisy

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Phillis Claire

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Phillis Maeve

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Phillis Eden

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Phillis Brooklyn

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Phillis Alice

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Phillis Eliza

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Phillis Alaia

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Phillis Ayla

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Phillis Georgia

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo

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Also a Boy Name

Phillis is also used as a boy name, ranked #20528.

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Similar Names

Phoebe Phebe Philomena Phyllis Philip Phillip Phil Philo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phillis

Is Phillis a boy or girl name?

Phillis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #17338. As a boy name, it is ranked #20528. Phillis is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Phillis?

Phillis is pronounced f-IHL-ihs.

How popular is the name Phillis?

Phillis is currently ranked #17338 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Phillis?

Common nicknames for Phillis include Phi, Phy, Phiie, and Philie.

Is Phillis a common or rare name?

Phillis is an uncommon name, ranked #17338 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Phillis

Phillis is a girl name .

Is Phillis a boy or girl name? Phillis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #17,338 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,528. Phillis is more commonly used as a girl name.

Phillis is currently ranked #17,338 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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

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