Phoenix
Phoenix is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Dark red, crimson, or immortal bird of rebirth.
Origin and history
Phoenix originates from the Greek word for a mythical immortal bird that rises from its own ashes, symbolizing rebirth and resilience. It is also associated with the ancient Mediterranean region of Phoenicia and a vibrant dark red color. In the United States, it has gained substantial modern popularity as a bold, nature-inspired unisex name.
Popularity in the United States
24,571 babies in the United States have been named Phoenix since 1880. It ranks #746 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #261.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.1 %)
- TX (9.5 %)
- FL (5.7 %)
- NY (4.3 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 32 |
| 1990-2000 | 972 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,086 |
| 2010-2019 | 10,623 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,843 |
Famous people named Phoenix
- Phoenix Jones: Activist, Mixed Martial Artist
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, the phoenix is a mythical bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise reborn from its own ashes.
- Phoenix is the capital and most populous city of Arizona, named to symbolize a city springing from the ruins of ancient Hohokam civilization.
- The name has seen significant growth in the United States since the late 1990s as modern word and nature names gained widespread popularity.