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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Enduring and beautiful
- Origin
- Egyptian (via Greek and Latin)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- MEM-fiss
Memphis is a boy's name with roots in Egyptian, carried into English through Greek and Latin, and it's said MEM-fiss. The meaning behind it — enduring and beautiful — gives it some real substance, and it has a bold, adventurous feel with a distinctly modern ring to it. It's a solid pick if you want a name that feels sturdy and a little unexpected.
Meaning & Origin of Memphis
Meaning: Enduring and beautiful.
Origin: Egyptian (via Greek and Latin).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Memphis
MEM-fissIPA /ˈmɛmfɪs/
Popularity of Memphis
Memphis hit its high point in 2021, when it ranked #404 with 768 babies given the name, and has since eased to #588 in 2024 with 484 babies — still in steady use, just past its recent high.
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FAQ
What does the name Memphis mean?
Enduring and beautiful. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Memphis?
Memphis is pronounced MEM-fiss (IPA: /ˈmɛmfɪs/).
Is Memphis a popular name right now?
Memphis peaked at #404 in 2021 and is ranked #588 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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