Philo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFEE-loh / /ˈfiːloʊ/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: loving; Latin: friend
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Philo is derived from the Greek word 'philos,' meaning 'loving' or 'friend.' It has been used in various historical contexts, notably in ancient Greek philosophy. Philo of Alexandria was a notable Jewish philosopher who integrated Greek philosophy with Jewish theology. The name has seen limited use in modern times but retains a classic appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Philo has experienced low popularity in the United States, with few recorded births in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Philos
International Variants
- Filó (Portuguese)
- Filo (Italian)
Famous people named Philo
Philo of Alexandria was a Hellenistic Jewish philosopher known for his works that blended Greek philosophy with Jewish thought.
Philo Farnsworth was an American inventor best known for his contributions to the development of television technology.
Fictional characters named Philo
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Philo was first seen in the United States in 1880. Philo has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Philo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Philo (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 10 |