Help baby grow into their roots and leaves with a name like Phyllis. A feminine name of Greek origin, this name translates to “greenery” and “foliage.” If you’ve got a love for macabre mythology, this name is sure to tickle your fancy. Phyllis was the daughter of a king who dies from a broken heart and is soon transformed into an almond tree. If you want to teach baby about the cycle of life and how things can grow from even the worst situations, the name Phyllis will surely help this idea blossom.