Phebie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFEE-bee / /ˈfiːbi/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: shining; English: variant of Phoebe
Historical & Cultural Background
Phebie is a variant of the name Phoebe, which has roots in ancient Greek mythology, where Phoebe was associated with the moon and was one of the Titans. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the 19th century and has seen a resurgence in recent years as a unique alternative to more common names.
Trend Summary
Phebie remains a less common name but has seen a gradual increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Phebe
International Variants
- Phoebe (English)
- Febe (Spanish)
- Fébé (French)
Famous people named Phebie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Phebie was first seen in the United States in 1900. Phebie has ranked as high as #462 nationally, which occurred in 1900, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Phebie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Phebie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |