Pheby

Greek

"radiant, shining one"

Pheby Origin and Meaning

The name Pheby is a girl's name.

Pheby is an uncommon feminine name with historical roots, representing a variation of Phoebe. The original name Phoebe derives from Greek mythology, meaning 'bright' or 'radiant,' and was the name of a Titaness associated with the moon. Pheby emerged as a phonetic or dialectal spelling variation, particularly found in historical records from the 18th and 19th centuries. This spelling gives the classical name a quaint, vintage quality. While standard Phoebe has maintained steady popularity through the centuries, Pheby remains extremely rare in modern usage. The name has a sweet, slightly antique charm that might appeal to parents interested in historical names or unusual variations of classic names. Pheby combines ancient heritage with an uncommon spelling that still remains intuitive to pronounce.