Phineas
Phineas: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Phineas
- A male given name from Ancient Greek, Hebrew (פִינְחָס), or Egyptian of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Φινέας (Phinéas), alternative form of Φινεύς (Phineús). See Phineus. Alternative source from Hebrew (פִינְחָס). See Phinehas.
How popular is Phineas?
Since 1880, 2,803 boys in the U.S. have been named Phineas. Its highest rank for boys was #1030 in 1880. In 2025, 105 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Phineas
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Sibling name ideas for Phineas
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Phineas FAQ
What does the name Phineas mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek, Hebrew (פִינְחָס), or Egyptian of biblical origin. From Ancient Greek Φινέας (Phinéas), alternative form of Φινεύς (Phineús). See Phineus. Alternative source from Hebrew (פִינְחָס). See Phinehas.
What is the origin of the name Phineas?
Phineas is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Phineas?
Since 1880, 2,803 boys in the U.S. have been named Phineas. Its highest rank for boys was #1030 in 1880. In 2025, 105 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Phineas a boy or girl name?
Phineas is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,803 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.