Greek: Dark red; In mythology, the phoenix was a beautiful bird that built its own pyre and then was reborn from the ashes.
Description:
Phoenix means "deep red," and is the name of the colorful, mythical bird reputed to live for a thousand years before erupting into flames and then rising again from its own ashes. As far as boy names go (although it is considered a unisex), this is a pretty cool one and has some rock n' roll street-cred thanks to the Phoenix acting clan including Joaquin and the late River.
Popularity:
How popular is Phoenix? Here's how many babies were named Phoenix over time, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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Famous Namesakes:
Actor Joaquin Phoenix and his late brother River Phoenix
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