Philemon Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfi-LEE-mun / /fɪˈliːmən/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: loving; Hebrew: son of consolation
Historical & Cultural Background
Philemon is derived from the Greek name 'Philemon', which means 'loving' or 'affectionate'. In the New Testament, Philemon is a character who is addressed in a letter by the Apostle Paul. The name has been used in various Christian contexts, reflecting themes of love and forgiveness. It has also appeared in classical literature, contributing to its historical significance.
Trend Summary
Philemon has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Philemon
- Philemonus
International Variants
- Filemon (Spanish)
- Philemon (French)
- Filemón (Spanish)
Famous people named Philemon
Philemon Holland was an English physician and translator known for his translations of classical works.
Philemon of Alexandria was an early Christian martyr and saint recognized in various Christian traditions.
Fictional characters named Philemon
Philemon is a character in the video game series 'Shin Megami Tensei', serving as a guide to the player.
Philemon appears in the play 'Philemon and Baucis' by Ovid, representing themes of hospitality and divine intervention.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Philemon was first seen in the United States in 1916. Philemon has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Philemon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Philemon (1969)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 7 |