Phoebe is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #314 in 2016 with 1,034 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,885 births ranking #157. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 139.9%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 1,713 girls born was named Phoebe. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.