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Philemon

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Philemon is a boy's name of Greek origin meaning "One who loves, affectionate.". It is pronounced fil-EE-mun. Today it is a rare name (popularity 28/100).

Greek origin ยท /fil-EE-mun/ ยท biblical

Meaning: One who loves, affectionate.

Popularity 28/1003 syllablesPeaked 2017โ†’ Stable

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Most popular in the 2010s.

Today, Philemon is a rare name (popularity 28/100).

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Frequently asked questions about Philemon

What does Philemon mean?

Philemon means "One who loves, affectionate.". It is of Greek origin.

Is Philemon a boy or girl name?

Philemon is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Philemon?

Philemon is a rare name, with a popularity score of 28/100. It was most popular in the 2010s.

How is Philemon pronounced?

Philemon is pronounced fil-EE-mun.

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