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Philip

Name Meaning:

From Greek Philippos (Φίλιππος), meaning "lover of horses" or "friend of horses" ('philos' + 'hippos'). Borne by apostles and kings.

Noteable Namesakes

St. Philip the Apostle; King Philip (various monarchs); Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh; Philip Seymour Hoffman (Actor); Philip K. Dick (Author); Philip Roth (Author)

Origin

Greek

Popularity

US: #492, UK: #328

Variations/Nicknames

Phil; Pip; Phillip; Felipe; Filippo

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