Philo
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Philo
Philo derives from the Greek root "philo-" meaning "lover of" or "fond of," combined with an implied object, making it literally mean "one who loves" or "lover." The name has Greek linguistic roots and was used in ancient Greek philosophy and intellectual circles.
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Etymology
Philo derives from the Greek root "philo-" meaning "lover of" or "fond of," combined with an implied object, making it literally mean "one who loves" or "lover." The name has Greek linguistic roots and was used in ancient Greek philosophy and intellectual circles.
The name was primarily used in ancient Greek and Hellenistic cultures, with notable historical figures including Philo of Alexandria (20 BCE – 50 CE), a Jewish philosopher who blended Greek philosophy with Jewish theology. It has seen limited use in Christian and secular Western contexts since antiquity.
Philo currently ranks #11,663 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2017.
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