Phinehas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFIN-uhs / /ˈfɪn.ɪs/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'the mouth of brass'; English: variant of Phineas
Historical & Cultural Background
Phinehas is of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Phinehas, known for his zeal in the Book of Numbers. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking cultures as a variant of Phineas, maintaining its biblical roots.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Phineas
- Finneas
International Variants
- Finé (French)
- Pinas (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Phinehas was first seen in the United States in 1997. Phinehas has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Phinehas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Phinehas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 38 |