Philopater
Greek · Boy · 4 syllables
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About the name Philopater
Philopater derives from the Greek elements "philo-" (lover of) and "pater" (father), meaning "one who loves his father" or "father-loving." The name was primarily used in Hellenistic contexts, most notably as an epithet for Ptolemaic rulers of Egypt, particularly Ptolemy VI Philopater and Ptolemy VIII Philopater, reflecting the Greek cultural influence in Ptolemaic dynasty.
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Etymology
Philopater derives from the Greek elements "philo-" (lover of) and "pater" (father), meaning "one who loves his father" or "father-loving." The name was primarily used in Hellenistic contexts, most notably as an epithet for Ptolemaic rulers of Egypt, particularly Ptolemy VI Philopater and Ptolemy VIII Philopater, reflecting the Greek cultural influence in Ptolemaic dynasty.
Philopater currently ranks #8,080 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.
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