Phyllis

greekGirl★★☆☆☆ Uncommon

Origin and Meaning

The name Phyllis is a girl's name of greek origin meaning “foliage”.

Phyllis is a name that evokes the image of lush greenery. Its roots lie in Greek mythology, where Phyllis was a character turned into an almond tree, symbolizing love and nature. The name was quite popular in the early to mid-20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, and has the nostalgic charm of vintage names. While it has fallen out of regular use in recent times, Phyllis still holds a quaint appeal, with common nicknames like Phyl.

At a Glance

Origingreek
GenderGirl
Meaningfoliage
Popularity★★☆☆☆ (4/10)
Syllables2
Starts withP
Stylesnature, vintage

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