Phineas
boy name#1609 in 2025Phineas entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #909 in 1880, ranks #1609 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1609
rank today
#909
peak (1880)
105
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #909 |
| 1890s | #1010 |
| 1910s | #3233 |
| 1920s | #3630 |
| 1930s | #3456 |
| 1940s | #3627 |
| 1950s | #3567 |
| 1960s | #3502 |
| 1970s | #4388 |
| 1980s | #5730 |
| 1990s | #6211 |
| 2000s | #2374 |
| 2010s | #1435 |
| 2020s | #1547 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Phineas has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Phineas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Phineas is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Phineas in 2025?
- Phineas ranks #1609 among US boy names in 2025, with 105 babies given the name.
- When was the name Phineas most popular?
- Phineas peaked in 1880, reaching #909 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Phineas with classmates?
- Phineas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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