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Philip Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "philip" is "lover of horses", and is used often for "boys".

Name
philip
Meaning
lover of horses
Pronunciation
fil-ip
Used for
boys
Syllables
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Philip Name Details

Philip is derived from the Greek name 'Philippos' which means 'lover of horses'. It has been a popular name among European royalty throughout history. It is associated with several notable figures, including Philip the Apostle, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, and Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great.

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