How popular is the name Phila in 2025?

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

When was the name Phila most popular?

Phila peaked in 1893, reaching #1277 among US girl names.

Phila will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Phila entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #1277 in 1893, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1277

peak (1893)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

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

The typical Phila alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Phila in 2025?: Phila is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Phila most popular?: Phila peaked in 1893, reaching #1277 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Phila with classmates?: Phila will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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