Lover of horses
Derived from the Greek name Philippos, it combines 'philein' (to love) and 'hippos' (horse). In ancient Greece, owning horses was a symbol of nobility and wealth, giving the name a high-status connotation. It has been borne by numerous kings and is one of the names of the twelve apostles in the New Testament.
About 568 boys were named Philip in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
One of the twelve apostles of Jesus
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King of Macedon and father of Alexander the Great
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