Phyllistine
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Phyllistine
Phyllistine is a variant of Phyllis, derived from the Greek word "phyllon" (φύλλον) meaning "leaf," symbolizing greenery and nature.
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Etymology
Phyllistine is a variant of Phyllis, derived from the Greek word "phyllon" (φύλλον) meaning "leaf," symbolizing greenery and nature. The name has been used primarily in English-speaking Christian cultures since the early modern period, with notable adoption in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Phyllistine currently ranks #7,286 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1953.
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