Phyllip
boy namePhyllip entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #3216 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
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rank today
#3216
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1950s | #3438 |
| 1980s | #5961 |
| 1990s | #6981 |
| 2000s | #10027 |
| 2010s | #10282 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Phyllip are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Phyllip alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Phyllip in 2025?
- Phyllip is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Phyllip most popular?
- Phyllip peaked in 1956, reaching #3216 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Phyllip with classmates?
- Phyllip will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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