Phoenix
Meaning: Dark red or the mythical bird of rebirth
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #270
Total births: 409
History: Phoenix surged in the 2010s in Australia. Rising from ashes in a land of bushfires — no name could be more Australian in spirit.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2018) | #82 |
| Babies named Phoenix in 2018 | 111 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 409 |
| Peak year | 2018 (111 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #82 |
| Years in records | 2010–2018 (4 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Phoenix
What does the name Phoenix mean?
Phoenix means “Dark red or the mythical bird of rebirth” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Phoenix?
Phoenix has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Dark red or the mythical bird of rebirth”.
How popular is Phoenix in Australia?
Phoenix ranked #82 in Australia in 2018 — given to 111 babies that year.
When was Phoenix most popular?
Phoenix peaked in 2018 with 111 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Phoenix a boy or girl name?
Phoenix is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Phoenixs in registered births are male.