Philothée
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Philothée
Philothée derives from the Greek elements "philo-" (love) and "theos" (God), meaning "lover of God" or "one who loves God." The name is primarily used in French and French-speaking Christian communities, with notable historical association to Saint Philothée of Leucadia, a 17th-century Orthodox saint venerated in both Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions.
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Etymology
Philothée derives from the Greek elements "philo-" (love) and "theos" (God), meaning "lover of God" or "one who loves God." The name is primarily used in French and French-speaking Christian communities, with notable historical association to Saint Philothée of Leucadia, a 17th-century Orthodox saint venerated in both Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions.
Philothée currently ranks #3,648 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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