Phyliss
Phyliss is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Foliage, green branch, or leaf.
Origin and history
Phyliss is a variant spelling of Phyllis, derived from the Greek word for foliage or leafy branch. It was most commonly given in the mid-20th century in the United States but has become extremely rare today. It shares the classical pastoral heritage of its traditional spelling.
Popularity in the United States
2,406 babies in the United States have been named Phyliss since 1880. It ranks #3598 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (31.7 %)
- IL (13.9 %)
- OH (11.5 %)
- PA (7.3 %)
- NC (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 131 |
| 1920-1930 | 358 |
| 1930-1940 | 407 |
| 1940-1950 | 541 |
| 1950-1960 | 549 |
| 1960-1970 | 336 |
| 1970-1980 | 60 |
| 1980-1990 | 19 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Phyl, Phylly
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, Phyllis was a maiden transformed into an almond tree after dying of love.
- Phyliss is an alternative spelling of Phyllis, which reached its peak U.S. popularity in the 1920s through 1940s.