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Memphis

MEM-fis

Popularity

#1599

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Greek

Total Births

12,144

Peak Year

#986 in 2021

First Recorded

1915

Style

Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Memphis is a Greek name derived from the Egyptian name Men-nefer, meaning "enduring and beautiful". It's primarily known as the name of an ancient city in Egypt and a modern city in Tennessee, USA.

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Gender Split

Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

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Personality Traits

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