gender neutral
Phoenix
dark red, crimson
About Phoenix
Rise above the ordinary with this powerful, mythological name that symbolizes renewal and strength. Phoenix represents transformation, resilience, and the eternal possibility of new beginnings—qualities every parent wishes for their child. This name makes an unforgettable statement without being difficult to pronounce or spell. The cultural richness behind Phoenix spans continents and centuries, giving it depth beyond its contemporary popularity. While gaining recognition in recent years, it remains distinctive enough to set your daughter apart in any crowd. The name's strong consonants and clear vowels create a commanding presence that sounds equally impressive whether called across a playground or announced at a graduation ceremony. Phoenix works beautifully as both a first name and can inspire meaningful middle name pairings. For families who value symbolism and want their daughter's name to carry inspirational meaning, Phoenix delivers magnificently. It's a choice that celebrates strength, beauty, and endless potential in equal measure.
Popularity of the Name Phoenix
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | #980 | #592 | #240 | #793 | #601 |
| 2004 | #880 | #645 | #208 | #815 | #577 |
| 2005 | #882 | #572 | #115 | #668 | #559 |
| 2006 | #812 | #616 | #193 | #430 | |
| 2007 | #714 | #734 | #141 | #479 | |
| 2008 | #706 | #727 | #236 | #399 | |
| 2009 | #719 | #781 | #164 | #377 | |
| 2010 | #666 | #636 | #224 | #498 | |
| 2011 | #645 | #733 | #258 | #489 | |
| 2012 | #572 | #751 | #293 | #492 | |
| 2013 | #486 | #790 | #279 | #531 | |
| 2014 | #491 | #780 | #291 | #496 | |
| 2015 | #453 | #636 | #396 | #844 | #522 |
| 2016 | #440 | #651 | #294 | #489 | |
| 2017 | #362 | #597 | #429 | #524 | |
| 2018 | #350 | #500 | #495 | #475 | |
| 2019 | #313 | #412 | #397 | #525 | |
| 2020 | #285 | #459 | #378 | #953 | #488 |
| 2021 | #311 | #478 | #427 | #817 | #512 |
| 2022 | #317 | #515 | #609 | ||
| 2023 | #349 | #486 | #392 | #797 | #599 |
| 2024 | #419 | #550 | #802 | ||
| 2025 | #534 | #783 | #958 | ||
| 2000 | #698 | #199 | |||
| 2001 | #695 | #134 | #899 | ||
| 2002 | #673 | #151 | #555 | ||
| 1995 | #382 | ||||
| 1996 | #390 | ||||
| 1997 | #366 | #691 | |||
| 1999 | #215 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Phoenix
Names Similar to Phoenix
Nicknames for Phoenix
- Nix
- Nixie
- Fifi
- Phoe
Famous People Named Phoenix
| Phoenix Marie | American adult film actress |
| Phoenix Chayna | South African actress |
| Phoenix Ray | American painter and artist |
| Phoenix Cotner | American writer and poet |
| Phoenix Benjamin | Australian singer-songwriter |
| Phoenix Sheridan | Irish dancer and choreographer |
| Phoenix Farrell | American musician and bassist of the band Linkin Park |
| Phoenix Gonzales | Mexican-American professional skateboarder |
| Phoenix Simms | British television presenter and actress |
| Phoenix Keating | Australian fashion designer |
| Phoenix La'Trent | American model and beauty queen |
| Phoenix Alazam | Canadian social media influencer |
| Phoenix Larsen | Norwegian entrepreneur and CEO |
| Phoenix Powell | British journalist and news anchor |
| Phoenix Liu | Chinese-American scientist and researcher |
| Phoenix Kramer | Dutch professional soccer player |
| Phoenix Harrison | Canadian Olympic athlete - swimming |
| Phoenix Richardson | Jamaican human rights activist |
| Phoenix Sato | Japanese chef and restaurateur |
| Phoenix Briggs | New Zealand environmentalist and conservationist |
Characters Named Phoenix
| Phoenix Ikki | "Saint Seiya" anime/manga |
| Princess Phoenix | "Barbie - Princess Charm School" - animated film |
| Phoenix Buchanan | "Paddington 2" - film |
| Phoenix Wright | "Ace Attorney" video game series - in some adaptations, the character is portrayed as female |
| Phoenix Connolly | "Mistresses" TV series |
| Phoenix Lazuli | "Dragon Ball Super" - anime/manga |