English · Boy name
Phillip
“lover of horses”
About the name Phillip
Phillip is the English form of the name derived from the Greek ‘Philippos,’ which means ‘lover of horses.’ The spelling ‘Phillip’ is primarily used in English-speaking countries, while ‘Philip’ is the more traditional form. The name has a long history, with its roots in ancient Greece, and has been used in various cultures. Notable bearers of the single-L spelling include Philip II of Macedon, but the double-L ‘Phillip’ is a distinct English variant.
- Meaning
- lover of horses
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- FIL-ip(2 syl.)
Middle names for Phillip
- Phillip James
- Phillip Edward
- Phillip Charles
- Phillip Michael
- Phillip Joseph
Questions about Phillip
- What does Phillip mean?
- Phillip is an English name meaning "lover of horses".
- How do you pronounce Phillip?
- Phillip is pronounced FIL-ip, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Phillip?
- Variants of Phillip include Philip, Philipp.
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