| Meaning | oracle, mouth of brass |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Phin-e-has |
About Phinehas
Phinehas stands apart with its distinctive biblical heritage and uncommon usage. This name carries substantial historical weight while remaining remarkably rare in contemporary contexts. Parents drawn to Phinehas typically appreciate deeply rooted traditional names that most people won't encounter repeatedly. The name possesses a scholarly quality, suggesting intellectual depth and spiritual awareness. Its unusual nature means children named Phinehas will likely be the only one in their peer groups, guaranteeing individuality. The multiple syllables give it gravitas and presence, making it memorable in all settings. Phinehas appeals to families who prioritize meaningful naming with significant religious or historical connections over contemporary popularity metrics. While its uniqueness might require occasional spelling clarification, many parents view this as acceptable trade-off for genuine distinctiveness. The name represents a thoughtful choice for families committed to preserving less common traditional names.
Variations of Name Phinehas
| Phineas |
| Phinneas |
| Phineus |
| Fineas |
| Finneas |
| Finneus |
| Pheneas |
| Pheneus |
| Phineous |
| Pheneous |
Names Similar to Phinehas
| Phineas |
| Phoenix |
| Philip |
| Preston |
| Patrick |
| Parker |
| Peter |
| Pierce |
| Porter |
| Paxton |
| Princeton |
| Pascal |
Nicknames for Phinehas
| Phin |
| Nehas |
| Fin |
| P |
Famous People Named Phinehas
| Phinehas ben Eleazar | High Priest in the Bible |
| Phinehas Bates | American politician |
| Phinehas Cook | American Revolutionary War soldier |
| Phinehas Lyman | American physician and politician |
| Phinehas Jones | American inventor |
| Phinehas Taylor Barnum | American showman and businessman |
| Phinehas L. Tracy | American attorney and politician |
| Phinehas Miller | American pioneer and politician |
| Phinehas Quimby | American dentist and philosopher |
| Phinehas Riall | British Army officer |
| Phinehas Parkhurst Quimby | American spiritual teacher |
| Phinehas V. Griffin | American lawyer and politician |
| Phinehas Handerson | American author and minister |
| Phinehas W. Sprague | American businessman |
| Phinehas Priest | American soldier and politician |
| Phinehas Kettell | American journalist and editor |
| Phinehas Stowe | Canadian politician |
| Phinehas Gurley | American clergyman |
| Phinehas Kimball | American musician |
Characters Named Phinehas
| Phinehas P. Gage | Case study in neuroscience |
| Phinehas Flynn | "Phineas and Ferb" animated series |
| Phinehas T. Ratchet | Ratchet & Clank video game series |
| Phinehas Horton | "X-Men" comics |
| Phinehas Kidd | "Assassin's Creed - Rogue" video game |
| Phinehas J. Monk | Monk book series |
| Phinehas Welby | Character in "Murder, She Wrote" TV series |
| Phinehas Gage | Character in "Deadlands" role-playing game |
| Phinehas Jackson | Character in "The Black Echo" novel |
| Phinehas Pinkerton | Character in "Red Dead Redemption 2" video game |
| Phinehas Crutchfield | Character in "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" story |