Lover of the Father
Derived from the Greek elements 'philos' (loving) and 'pater' (father). It is a significant name in the Coptic Orthodox tradition, often associated with Saint Philopateer Mercurius, a 3rd-century martyr. It conveys a sense of deep spiritual devotion and familial or divine love.
Less common today
Philopateer isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,990 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
3rd-century Christian saint and martyr known as Abu Seifein
