Phoenix

Meaning & origin

Phoenix is a unisex name of Greek origin, originally associated with the color purple-red. In ancient mythology — particularly in Greek and Egyptian traditions — the phoenix is a legendary bird that is reborn from its own ashes, symbolizing renewal and immortality. The modern term for this mythical creature passed through Latin before being shaped by French usage. In Greek mythology, Phoenix is also the name of several figures, including a leader and a hero of the Trojan War.

Famous people with the first name Phoenix

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