Phyllip Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFIL-ip / /ˈfɪlɪp/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: lover of horses; English: variant of Philip
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Phyllip is a variant of the name Philip, which has Greek origins meaning 'lover of horses'. Philip has been a popular name throughout history, often associated with royalty and notable figures. The variant Phyllip has emerged in modern times, reflecting a trend towards unique spellings of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Phyllip is a less common variant of Philip, which has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Phillip
- Philip
International Variants
- Filip (Slavic)
- Felipe (Spanish)
- Philippe (French)
- Pilip (Tagalog)
Famous people named Phyllip
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Phyllip was first seen in the United States in 1949. Phyllip has ranked as high as #1218 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Phyllip has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |