Phoebus - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Phoebus \

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "bright, radiant". The sun god Apollo was also known as Phoebus Apollo, referring to the fact that he brought light. The feminine version Phoebe is more common, possibly because it is also a biblical name.

Phoebus has 1 variant form: Phoibos.

For more information, see also the related name Feivel.

Baby names that sound like Phoebus are Phipps and Phips.

Phoebus is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy name Phoebus. Compare Phoebus with its variant form and related boy names.

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