Phoebe
Phoebe is a Christian girl name of Greek origin, meaning “Bright, radiant”.
| Meaning | Bright, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Φοίβη |
| Pronunciation | FEE-bee |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Australia, United States, New Zealand |
Meaning and origin of Phoebe
Phoebe comes from Greek Phoibe, 'bright' or 'pure', the feminine of Phoibos, a title of Apollo. In Greek myth Phoebe was a Titaness and grandmother of Apollo and Artemis, and the name was later used for the moon. In the New Testament, Paul commends Phoebe, a deacon of the church at Cenchreae, in Romans 16:1. It was revived in England after the Reformation and is a popular name in the UK and Australia today.
Is Phoebe a Christian name?
Phoebe is a New Testament name: Paul calls her a servant or deacon of the church in Romans 16:1, which made it acceptable to Protestant families.
How popular is Phoebe?
Popular in Britain and Australia, and well used in the United States.
Gifts with the name Phoebe
- Phoebe name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Phoebe baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Phoebe
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Phoebe mean?
Phoebe means 'Bright, radiant'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Phoebe a Christian name?
Phoebe is a New Testament name: Paul calls her a servant or deacon of the church in Romans 16:1, which made it acceptable to Protestant families.
How do you pronounce Phoebe?
Phoebe is pronounced FEE-bee.
Is Phoebe a boy or girl name?
Phoebe is usually a girl name.