Greek unisex name
Phoenix Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Phoenix means mythical rising bird. From the Greek phoinix, a mythical bird, also meaning crimson or purple-red.
Phoenix comes from the Greek phoinix, which meant crimson or purple-red and also named a legendary bird that burned itself on a pyre and rose again from the ashes. The myth gave the name a lasting association with rebirth, renewal, and resilience. It appears in ancient Greek and Egyptian-style legends, and the bird appears in medieval bestiaries and in Harry Potter, where Fawkes is a phoenix. As a given name it is modern and striking, used for boys and girls alike. The actor Joaquin Phoenix carries it as a surname. The name is bold and symbolic.
Variants of Phoenix
PhenixFenixPhoenyx
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Phoenix mean?
Phoenix means "mythical rising bird". From the Greek phoinix, a mythical bird, also meaning crimson or purple-red.
How do you pronounce Phoenix?
Phoenix is pronounced FEE-niks.
What is the origin of Phoenix?
Phoenix is of Greek origin. From the Greek phoinix, a mythical bird, also meaning crimson or purple-red.