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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Leaf, foliage
- Origin
- Ancient Greek
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- FIL-is
Phyllis comes from Ancient Greek and means "leaf" or "foliage." It's pronounced FIL-is, and it's a name with deep roots that today is rarely heard on a new baby.
Meaning & Origin of Phyllis
Meaning: Leaf, foliage.
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Phyllis
FIL-isIPA /ˈfɪlɪs/
Popularity of Phyllis
Phyllis ranked #24 in 1929, when 7,995 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had fallen to #8282, with just 13 babies.
Names Like Phyllis
These names have followed a similar path to Phyllis in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Phyllis mean?
Leaf, foliage. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Phyllis?
Phyllis is pronounced FIL-is (IPA: /ˈfɪlɪs/).
Is Phyllis a popular name right now?
Phyllis peaked at #24 in 1929 and is ranked #8282 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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