Phoenix
Phoenix is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Dark red, crimson, or mythical immortal bird.
Origin and history
Phoenix is a nature and mythological name derived from the ancient Greek word for the mythical immortal bird that rises from its own ashes. Historically used sparingly, it has seen a modern rise in popularity in the United States for both girls and boys. Today, it stands as a trendy gender-neutral option evoking resilience and transformation.
Popularity in the United States
16,064 babies in the United States have been named Phoenix since 1880. It ranks #1215 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #347.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.3 %)
- TX (9.5 %)
- NY (6 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
- GA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 104 |
| 1980-1990 | 148 |
| 1990-2000 | 764 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,820 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,877 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,351 |
Famous people named Phoenix
- Phoenix Ashley: Actress
Fun facts
- In ancient Greek mythology, the phoenix is a mythical bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise born again from its own ashes.
- It is also widely recognized as the capital city of Arizona, named to symbolize a new civilization springing from ancient ruins.