Phoebe
Phoebe: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfiːbi/
Meaning and origin of Phoebe
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin Phoebē, from Ancient Greek Φοίβη (Phoíbē), feminine form of Φοῖβος (Phoîbos, “bright”).
How popular is Phoebe?
Since 1880, 43,658 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Phoebe (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #157 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #12741 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #157 for girls, with 1,885 babies given the name.
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Phoebe FAQ
What does the name Phoebe mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Latin Phoebē, from Ancient Greek Φοίβη (Phoíbē), feminine form of Φοῖβος (Phoîbos, “bright”).
What is the origin of the name Phoebe?
Phoebe is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Phoebe?
Since 1880, 43,658 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Phoebe (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #157 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #12741 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #157 for girls, with 1,885 babies given the name.
Is Phoebe a boy or girl name?
Phoebe is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 43,658 girls and 5 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.