Phoenix
Phoenix is a unisex name of Greek origin meaning “mythical reborn bird, dark red.” It ranked #329 in the United States in 2025. The phoenix is the legendary bird that rises from its own ashes, symbolizing rebirth and immortality.
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how do you pronounce Phoenix?
FEE-niks
where does the name Phoenix come from?
From the Latin and Greek word for the mythical bird, a word that could also mean the date palm. As a modern given name for both boys and girls it draws on the bird's symbolism of renewal and immortality.
As a given name, it carries powerful symbolism of resilience. It works across genders and cultures with universal recognition.
how popular is this name?
Phoenix has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 30 years since 1995, and fell outside it for 1. It peaked at #236 in 2020, and ranked #329 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #329 |
| 2024 | #275 |
| 2023 | #269 |
| 2022 | #260 |
| 2021 | #247 |
| 2020 | #236 |
| 2019 | #256 |
| 2018 | #252 |
| 2017 | #267 |
| 2016 | #292 |
| 2010 | #375 |
| 2000 | #875 |
| 1995 | #959 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Phoenix fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Phoenix?
- Phoenix (mythological bird)
- Joaquin Phoenix (American actor)
- River Phoenix (American actor)
what names are similar to Phoenix?
what names go well with Phoenix?
Sibling names that share Phoenix's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Phoenix
What does the name Phoenix mean?
Phoenix means “mythical reborn bird, dark red”.
What is the origin of the name Phoenix?
Phoenix comes from the Greek naming tradition.
How popular is the name Phoenix?
Phoenix ranked #329 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2020, at #236, and it has spent 30 years in the top 1,000 since 1995.
Is Phoenix a boy or girl name?
Phoenix is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Phoenix?
Phoenix is pronounced FEE-niks, with 2 syllables.
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