A Dictionary of Names. Origin and Meaning of Names!
A Dictionary of Names. Origin and Meaning of Names!
 











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Origin and Meaning of Phoebe

Gender

Feminine

Origin of Phoebe

Greek

Meaning of Phoebe

The name Phoebe is derived from the Greek word "phoibos" meaning "bright, pure".

Famous bearers

In Greek mythology, Phoibe was a Titan associated with the moon.
Bearers include Phoebe Snow (born 1952), an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist; Phoebe Cates (born 1963), an American actress.

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