Phoeba
girl namePhoeba entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #3269 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#3269
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4110 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Phoeba are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Phoeba alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Phoeba in 2025?
- Phoeba is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Phoeba most popular?
- Phoeba peaked in 1926, reaching #3269 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Phoeba with classmates?
- Phoeba will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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