How popular is the name Phoenix in 2025?

Phoenix ranks #329 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,027 babies given the name.

When was the name Phoenix most popular?

Phoenix peaked in 2020, reaching #236 among US boy names.

Phoenix will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name#329 in 2025

Phoenix entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #236 in 2020, ranks #329 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.

#329

rank today

#236

peak (2020)

1,027

babies in 2025

falling

a name gently stepping back from its peak

Over the last decade, Phoenix has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.

About 24,500 people named Phoenix are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Phoenix is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Phoenix in 2025?: Phoenix ranks #329 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,027 babies given the name.
When was the name Phoenix most popular?: Phoenix peaked in 2020, reaching #236 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Phoenix with classmates?: Phoenix will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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