Philadelphia
fil-uh-DEL-fee-uh
Philadelphia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek 'Philadelphia', meaning 'brotherly love'. It was the name of an ancient city in Lydia and is famously the name of a major US city.”, and peaked in popularity in 1984.
What Philadelphia Means
“From the Greek 'Philadelphia', meaning 'brotherly love'. It was the name of an ancient city in Lydia and is famously the name of a major US city.”
The Story of Philadelphia
It is a name that carries the weight of history and the boundless spirit of connection, a city of love made manifest.
Philadelphia originates from the Greek words 'philos,' meaning 'loving,' and 'adelphos,' meaning 'brother.' Together, they form 'Philadelphia,' translating to 'brotherly love.' It was the name of an ancient Lydian city and famously, a major American metropolis.
You envision your daughter Philadelphia embodying a deep and generous spirit of love. This name suggests a child who will foster strong bonds and a sense of community, someone passionate about connection. You see her as a beacon of affection, spreading warmth to all.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Philadelphia
The City of Brotherly Love, a major US city.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#8 in 1984
Total Births
34
First Recorded
1984
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