Phoebe

Meaning bright, pure
Origin Greek
Gender Girl
Popularity Popular
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Phoe-be

About Phoebe

Sunshine seems captured in the syllables of this delightfully cheerful name. Classic literature and mythology have long celebrated Phoebe, lending it intellectual cachet alongside its playful charm. The name dances with brightness and optimism, suggesting a personality filled with warmth and joy. Its ancient roots provide gravitas while the bouncy "ee" ending keeps it feeling fresh and youthful. Phoebe has maintained steady popularity without ever becoming overdone, occupying that sweet spot where it's recognized but not repetitive. The name complements various styles beautifully, working with traditional surnames just as well as modern ones, and its friendly, approachable quality makes it instantly likeable.

Variations of Name Phoebe

Phebe
Phoibe
Fibi

Nicknames for Phoebe

Phoebs
Bee
Feef
Pheeb
Phee
Phoebe

Famous People Named Phoebe

Phoebe Waller-BridgeEnglish actress and writer
Phoebe CatesAmerican actress
Phoebe TonkinAustralian actress and model
Phoebe SnowAmerican singer-songwriter
Phoebe PhiloBritish fashion designer
Phoebe JudgeAmerican podcast host and journalist
Phoebe PrinceIrish teenager who was a victim of bullying
Phoebe HearstAmerican philanthropist and women's rights advocate
Phoebe DynevorEnglish actress
Phoebe SnetsingerAmerican birdwatcher and author
Phoebe RobinsonAmerican comedian and author
Phoebe CaryAmerican poet

Characters Named Phoebe

Phoebe BuffayCharacter from the TV show "Friends"
Phoebe HallowellCharacter from the TV series "The Vampire Diaries"
Phoebe ThundermanCharacter from the TV show "The Thundermans"
Phoebe AbbottCharacter from the TV series "How I Met Your Mother"
Phoebe FigalillyCharacter from the novel "The Doll People"
Phoebe CaulfieldCharacter from the novel "The Catcher in the Rye"
Phoebe TylerCharacter from the TV soap opera "All My Children"