Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Dark red or the mythical bird of rebirth
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #275 in 2024 with 1,227 babies born.
History: Phoenix comes from the Greek 'phoinix,' meaning dark red or crimson, and refers to the legendary firebird of Egyptian and Greek mythology that cyclically regenerates by rising from its own ashes. It symbolizes renewal and immortality. As a name, Phoenix has grown popular in recent decades, appealing to parents drawn to its mythological and symbolic power.
Famous people named Phoenix: Joaquin Phoenix (actor), River Phoenix (actor), Phoenix (X-Men)
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Phoenix? About 1 in 1,697 babies born in 2024 were named Phoenix, or roughly 5.4 per day in the United States.
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