Philis
girl namePhilis entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2986 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#2986
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3583 |
| 1920s | #4487 |
| 1930s | #4250 |
| 1940s | #3549 |
| 1950s | #4412 |
| 1960s | #5948 |
| 1970s | #8423 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Philis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Philis alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Philis in 2025?
- Philis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Philis most popular?
- Philis peaked in 1942, reaching #2986 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Philis with classmates?
- Philis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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