How Popular (or Rare) was Phoebe in 2011?

🇺🇸 United States • Girl

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#310
2011 Rank
1,023
2011 Births
#157
Best Rank (2025)
1,885
Peak Year (2025)
29,417
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 1,719
Rarity Factor (2011)

📊 The Phoebe Story

Phoebe is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #310 in 2011 with 1,023 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,885 births ranking #157. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 137.4%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 1,719 girls born was named Phoebe. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

📅 Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Greek  |  Meaning: bright; pure; radiant

Phoebe is a luminous Greek classic meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'. It feels intelligent, lively, and beautifully distinctive.

The name appears in Greek mythology and the New Testament, which gives it both classical and biblical presence. Its unusual but accessible sound has helped it remain beloved.

Did you know?Phoebe combines mythological depth and New Testament history in one very wearable name.
Similar namesPenelope, Chloe, Daphne, Sophie, Pippa

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