Phil
FIL
Popularity
#11936
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Greek
Total Births
20,098
Peak Year
#677 in 1959
First Recorded
1880
Style
Cute & Playful, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Short form of Philip, which comes from the Greek name Philippos, meaning 'friend of horses'.
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Phil Collins
English singer, songwriter, drummer, and producer
Phil Mickelson
American professional golfer
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