Phoenix Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Phoenix Name at a Glance

Name	Phoenix
Meaning	Heron.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Phoenix Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Phoenix means “Heron”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Phoenix Name Origin

Our database records Phoenix under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Phoenix a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Phoenix is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Phoenix

When considering Phoenix for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.