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Phillip
BoyGreek origin · /FIL-ip/ · classic
Meaning: Lover of horses.
Popularity 69/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Phillip is an uncommon name (popularity 69/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
The name Phillip is derived from the Greek name Philippos, which is composed of the elements 'philos' meaning 'lover' and 'hippos' meaning 'horse'. It was a common name among royalty and nobility in ancient Greece, most notably borne by Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great. The name has been widely used in various cultures due to its classical roots and regal associations.
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