Phyllis

Pronunciation: [ f-IHL-ihs ]

Boy Name #13,959 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Phyllis is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced f-IHL-ihs.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #13,959
Total SSA Count: 7

Nicknames

Phy Phyie Phylie Phyly

Also a Girl Name

Phyllis is also used as a girl name, ranked #8654.

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Similar Names

Phoebe Phebe Philomena Phyllis Philip Phillip Phil Philo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phyllis

Is Phyllis a boy or girl name?

Phyllis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #13959. As a girl name, it is ranked #8654. Phyllis is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Phyllis?

Phyllis is pronounced f-IHL-ihs.

How popular is the name Phyllis?

Phyllis is currently ranked #13959 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Phyllis?

Common nicknames for Phyllis include Phy, Phyie, Phylie, and Phyly.

Is Phyllis a common or rare name?

Phyllis is an uncommon name, ranked #13959 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Phyllis

Phyllis is a boy name .

Is Phyllis a boy or girl name? Phyllis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,959 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #8,654. Phyllis is more commonly used as a girl name.

Phyllis is currently ranked #13,959 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Phyllis include Phy, Phyie, Phylie, and Phyly. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.