How popular is the name Phil in 2025?

Phil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Phil most popular?

Phil peaked in 1912, reaching #2979 among US girl names.

Phil will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Phil entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2979 in 1912, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2979

peak (1912)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Phil are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Phil alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Phil in 2025?: Phil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Phil most popular?: Phil peaked in 1912, reaching #2979 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Phil with classmates?: Phil will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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