Philip
Philip is a Christian boy name of Greek origin, meaning “Lover of horses”.
| Meaning | Lover of horses |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Φίλιππος |
| Pronunciation | FIL-ip |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Philip
Philip comes from Greek Philippos, joining philos, 'loving', and hippos, 'horse'. In the ancient world it was a royal name, borne by Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. In the New Testament Philip is one of the twelve apostles, and another Philip is the evangelist of Acts 8. It became a royal name in France and Spain, and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, made it familiar in modern Britain.
Is Philip a Christian name?
Philip is a Christian name honouring Philip the Apostle, one of Jesus's first disciples according to John 1.
How popular is Philip?
A steady classic in Europe and the English-speaking world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Philip mean?
Philip means 'Lover of horses'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Philip a Christian name?
Philip is a Christian name honouring Philip the Apostle, one of Jesus's first disciples according to John 1.
How do you pronounce Philip?
Philip is pronounced FIL-ip.
Is Philip a boy or girl name?
Philip is usually a boy name.