Phoebe
The meaning of Phoebe is ‘bright, shining’ and it is of Greek origin. It has been derived from the term phoibos, meaning ‘bright.’ In classical mythology, Phoebe is used to refer to Artemis, who was the goddess of hunting. In the New Testament, Phoebe is mentioned as a church deaconess. Famous people named Phoebe include Phoebe Belle Cates, an American actress and Phoebe Gilman, a children’s book author. Phoebe Buffay was one of the most loved characters on the ‘90s TV series ‘Friends’.
Gender
Girl
Meaning
radiant, shining one
Origin
Greek
Numerology
P is for pastimes, for you have many.
H is for happiness, you always bring.
O is for orderly, a lifelong passion.
E is for excite, your spirit is catching!
B is for bewitch, your charm is undeniable.
E is for elate, you make others happy.
Lucky
Phoebe lucky number is 6.
Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.
Famous People Named Phoebe
- Gerardine L. "Gerry" DeSanctis American organizational theorist
- Gerardine Wurzburg American documentary filmmaker
- Geraldine "Geri" McGee American model and showgirl
- Geri Maye Irish TV and radio presenter
- Geri Allen American composer and pianist
Phoebe in Pop Culture
- Leo Valdez from Rick Riordan's "Heroes of Olympus" book series
- Uncle Leo Jerry's Uncle on 'Seinfeld'
- Leo Wyatt Charmed
- Leo a Zodiac sign
- Leo McGarry fictional character on the television serial drama The West Wing
