Filo
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Filo
Filo is a shortened form of Phillip or Philip, derived from the Greek name Philippos, meaning "lover of horses" (from philos meaning "loving" and hippos meaning "horse").
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Etymology
Filo is a shortened form of Phillip or Philip, derived from the Greek name Philippos, meaning "lover of horses" (from philos meaning "loving" and hippos meaning "horse"). The name is used across Greek, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese cultures, with historical prominence in Greek Orthodox Christianity and contemporary usage in Mediterranean and European communities.
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