Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Phoebe.
National Rank (2025)
#157
All-Time Peak Rank
#157 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
43,658
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Phoebe Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Phoebe
According to SSA data, Phoebe achieved its highest historical rank of #157 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 1,885 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 68.5%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Phoebe scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+68.5% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,885Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:646
1890s:848
1900s:719
1910s:1,601
1920s:1,851
1930s:1,404
1940s:1,230
1950s:1,092
1960s:1,064
1970s:1,134
1980s:1,123
1990s:3,288
2000s:8,085
2010s:10,645
2020s:8,928
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesPh-oee
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with P, a letter used by only 1.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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