An estimated 24,318 living Americans are named Phoenix.
How rare is Phoenix?
Phoenix is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 1,027 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 33.1% from its 2020 peak.
How old is the typical Phoenix?
The median age of a living American named Phoenix is approximately 10 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 16 years old.
Is Phoenix still popular?
Yes. Phoenix is holding steady, with 1,027 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Phoenix most common?
Phoenix has its strongest geographic signal in West Virginia, where it appears 2.9× more often than the national baseline.
1968Peak 20202025
Peak year
2020
Decline from peak
33.1%
2025
1,027
All-time
24,571
Diaspora map
Phoenix broke out in Hawaii, Indiana, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah, and Washington (2008) and became over-represented in 36 states over 14 years.
Broke out: Hawaii, Indiana, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah, and Washington, 2008 · over-represented in 36 states over 14 years
