Greatest Showman Inspired Names The Greatest Showman has dazzled audiences since it's release in December 2017, here we have pulled together names from the story and their meanings for your Show Babies! Phineas - Known as P.T (Phineas Taylor) her is the lead showman himself! He's ambitious, entrepreneurial and the King of show business. The name is of Hebrew origin meaning 'oracle' Taylor - The middle name of the lead character, Taylor is a popular name for either a boy or a girl and is of English origin. Charity - Loyal homemaker Charity is the wife of Phineas (P.T) Barnhum. The name is of English origin and is considered a virtue name, along with Hope and Faith. For a period in the 1970's Charity was a Top 300 name. Anne - Audacious but self-conscious Anne is a confident and experienced trapeze artist, deeply affected by the racist times of the 19th Century. Anne is a name of Hebrew, French and English origin meaning 'grace' with variations such as Annabel or Hannah. Lettie - The Bearded Lady, known as Lettie Lutz in the film, was actually called Annie Jones in real life. Lettie is gracious and a positive influence. The name is of English origin meaning 'joy, gladness' Phillip - Phillip is the bright and brave young playwright who becomes P.T's successful protege. The name is of Greek origin meaning 'lover of horses' Jenny - Generous opera singer Jenny, full name Johanna, had a passion for singing and built her reputation as the 'Swedish Nightingale' due to her beautiful voice. The name Jenny is a diminutive of Johanna, Janet, Jane, Jean and Jennifer. The meaning of Johanna is 'God is gracious' Manage Cookie Preferences