How Many People Are Named Phyllis?
Complete statistics for the name Phyllis: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Phyllis, a rare female name, stands out with only 1 in 2,331 Americans bearing it today, totaling around 141,587 people. This classic name peaked in popularity back in 1947 when 9,205 babies were named Phyllis, making it a name strongly associated with older generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 85All 323,355 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1947Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Phyllis Through the Generations
Phyllis has been a name through the generations, but its usage has seen a steady decline since its peak in 1947. Today, the majority of those named Phyllis are over 60, with just 702 under 30 years old. This significant age skew reflects the name's status as an old-school choice, rarely chosen by younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Phyllis
Phyllis or Phillis is a feminine given name of Greek origin meaning foliage. Phyllis is a minor figure in Greek mythology who killed herself in despair when Demophon of Athens did not return to her and who was transformed into an almond tree by the gods. Phillida, Phyllicia, and Phyllida are all variants of the name.…
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Other names sharing Phyllis's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Phyllis
How Many People Have the Name Phyllis?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 141,587 people in the United States currently share the name Phyllis. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,331 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Phyllis a Common or Rare Name?
Phyllis is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Phyllis in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Phyllis Most Popular?
The name Phyllis reached peak popularity in 1947, with 9,205 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Phyllis?
Approximately 141,587 people named Phyllis live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 323,355. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,331 Americans.
Is Phyllis a rare name?
Phyllis is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,331 Americans has this name.
What does the name Phyllis mean?
The meaning and origin of Phyllis are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Phyllis more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Phyllis are male and 100% are female.
When was Phyllis most popular?
Phyllis peaked in 1947 with 9,205 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.