Phyllip
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Phyllip first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 94 babies have been named Phyllip in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Phyllip is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,429 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,429
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Phyllip
Phyllip is a boy name .
Phyllip is currently ranked #16,429 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Phyllip include Phy, Phyl, Phyly, Phylie, Lip, Lipy, Lipie, Phie, and Phykins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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