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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Possibly 'the Nubian'
- Origin
- Hebrew (via Greek), variant spelling of Phineas
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- FIN-ee-uhs
Phinneas is a variant spelling of Phineas, a name of Hebrew origin that came into English by way of Greek. It's pronounced FIN-ee-uhs, and its meaning is possibly 'the Nubian'. The extra 'n' in the middle sets this spelling apart from the more familiar one.
Meaning & Origin of Phinneas
Meaning: Possibly 'the Nubian'.
Origin: Hebrew (via Greek), variant spelling of Phineas.
How to Pronounce Phinneas
FIN-ee-uhsIPA /ˈfɪniəs/
Popularity of Phinneas
Phinneas has been a rare name in U.S. Social Security data, which runs from 2007 to 2024. It peaked at #5372 in 2011 with 17 babies, and by 2024 it had slipped to #11937 with just 6.
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These names have followed a similar path to Phinneas in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Phinneas mean?
Possibly ‘the Nubian’.
How do you pronounce Phinneas?
Phinneas is pronounced FIN-ee-uhs (IPA: /ˈfɪniəs/).
Is Phinneas a popular name right now?
Phinneas peaked at #5372 in 2011 and is ranked #11937 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2007–2024.)
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