Phoebe Name Origin
/FEE-bee/-
British (English) 60%
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American (English-American) 30%
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Australian (English-Australian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Phoebe
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
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Name Origin
Phoebe is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'phoibos' meaning 'bright' or 'pure'. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the 17th century, popularized by classical literature and the Bible.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Phoebe each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).