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Phyllis

Girl name · 17 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Phyllis: 17 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 1975.

Phyllis comes from the Greek word *phyllon*, meaning "leaf" or "green bough," and in Greek mythology it was borne by a princess who, after being abandoned by her lover, was transformed into an almond tree—a poignant origin for a name that evokes nature and renewal. The poet Phyllis Wheatley, the first African-American woman to publish a book of poetry, is a distinguished historical bearer, while Scottish audiences may recognise actress Phyllis Logan, known for her role in *Downton Abbey*. Though no Scottish place directly shares the name, the ancient region of Phyllis in Thrace echoes its mythological roots. The variant spelling

Girl 4 of 52 years

Peak year
19755 babies
Latest (1979)
#4644 babies
Total births
17since 1974
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1975 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).