Phyllis
GirlOrigin: Greek
Meaning
“green foliage or leafy bough”
Cultural Notes
In Greek mythology, Phyllis was a Thracian princess who turned into an almond tree; a popular name in the 1920s–50s.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1940s
Community likes: 0
Famous People Named Phyllis
- Phyllis Diller
- Phyllis McGinley
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