Phares Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAIR-iss / /ˈfɛr.ɪs/Hebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: 'the shining one'; Greek: 'to be bright'
Historical & Cultural Background
Phares is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with biblical references. In the Old Testament, Phares is mentioned as a son of Judah. The name has also been adopted in various cultures, including Greek, where it carries a similar meaning related to brightness. It is less common in modern naming practices but retains a historical significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Phares was first seen in the United States in 1912. Phares has ranked as high as #903 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Phares has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Phares (1946)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |