Feminine dossier · first seen 1963
Phaedra
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1971
Peak births
96
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
Quick answers about Phaedra
How many people are named Phaedra?
An estimated 1,775 living Americans are named Phaedra.
How rare is Phaedra?
Phaedra is very rare among babies today, with 15 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 84.4% from its 1971 peak.
How old is the typical Phaedra?
The median age of a living American named Phaedra is approximately 42 years, with most bearers falling between 18 and 54 years old.
Is Phaedra still popular?
Yes. Phaedra is holding steady, with 15 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1963Peak 19712025
Peak year
1971
Decline from peak
84.4%
2025
15
All-time
1,902