Boy
Phillip
“lover of horses”
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- 46 of 100Uncommon
- Nicknames
- Phil
About the name Phillip
Phillip is a masculine first name meaning “lover of horses”, with roots in Greek. The name has 2 syllables. It is relatively uncommon. Common nicknames include Phil.
Frequently asked about Phillip
- What does the name Phillip mean?
- The first name Phillip means “lover of horses”.
- Where does the name Phillip come from?
- Phillip has its roots in Greek.
- Is Phillip a girls' or boys' name?
- Phillip is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
- How popular is Phillip?
- Phillip is a relatively uncommon first name.
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