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Phoenix

Phoenix ranks #489 out of 55,875 dog names in our data (the #1 dog name is Bella). Across all 15 places, 183 dogs carry the name. It's also a cat name: #544 for cats.
Phoenix's popularity trend

Phoenix's share of dogs, year by year — or toggle to its yearly rank. Peak year by share: 2007.

0.02%0.04%0.06%200720112015201920232025
Dogs in our data
183
across 15 places
Popularity rank
#489
of 55,875 dog names
5-year rank move
+63
2020 → 2025
Gender split
54% girls
54% girls46% boys
What does Phoenix mean?
/ˈfiːnɪks/2 syllables

The phoenix is a mythical bird from Greek legend, said to live for centuries before consuming itself in flame and rising anew from its own ashes — making it an enduring symbol of renewal and resilience. The Greek word phoinix that gives us the name also carried other senses, including "purple-red," reflecting the fiery colors traditionally associated with the bird.

Phoenix suits a pet with a comeback story or simply a bold, striking presence. It's a name that carries real weight without ever feeling heavy.

Etymology & pronunciation from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0).

Where Phoenix shows up

Phoenix's share of each place's counted dogs. Places count differently — hover a Share figure for the basis. Click a heading to sort.

ProspectAustralia0.1%
Maple RidgeCanada0.1%
Noosa ShireAustralia0.1%
SeattleUnited States of America0.1%
Surf Coast ShireAustralia0.0%
BurnsideAustralia0.0%
Allegheny CountyUnited States of America0.0%
Basel-StadtSwitzerland0.0%
New York CityUnited States of America0.0%
PlayfordAustralia0.0%
WorcesterUnited States of America0.0%
CambridgeUnited States of America0.0%
Port Adelaide EnfieldAustralia0.0%
DarwinAustralia0.0%

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