Declining since 2009, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Pheonix since 1994
Babies named Pheonix per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 41 | 53 |
| 2000s | 147 | 193 |
| 2010s | 150 | 204 |
| 2020s | 101 | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Pheonix, a variant spelling of Phoenix, first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994. Its popularity rose through the 2000s and peaked in 2019 at rank 5,861, but has been declining since 2009. Currently, about 1 in 113,872 newborns receive this name. The misspelling likely originated from confusion over the 'oe' digraph, but has become an accepted alternative. Parents drawn to the fiery symbolism of the phoenix bird often choose this spelling for its phonetic simplicity. While data on top states is unavailable, the name is used across the country. Its unisex appeal and modern sound keep it a distinctive choice.
Pheonix is a common misspelling of Phoenix, which derives from the Greek 'phoinix' meaning 'dark red' or 'crimson', likely referring to the bird's legendary plumage. The name gained modern popularity as a variant spelling of Phoenix, especially in the United States, and has been used for both boys and girls since the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nix, Nicky
Variants: Phoenix
Sibling names for Pheonix
Names that share Pheonix's style, for a brother or sister.
