Phylis
FY-lis
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
3,342
Peak Year
#109 in 1949
First Recorded
1896
Style
Vintage, Nature-Inspired
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Phylis is a variant spelling of Phyllis, a Greek name meaning "greenery" or "foliage."
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Numerology
The Idealist
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Famous Namesakes
Phyllis Diller
American stand-up comedian, actress, and author.
Phyllis Schlafly
American conservative activist and author.
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