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Philippos

fee-LEE-pos

Letters

9

Syllables

3

Origin

Greek

Total Births

36

Peak Year

#9 in 2021

First Recorded

2001

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Philippos is the Greek form of Philip, meaning 'lover of horses.' It is derived from the Greek words 'philos' (loving) and 'hippos' (horse).

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Philippos of Macedon

    Brother of Alexander the Great.

  • Philippos of Athens

    Greek philosopher and poet.

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Personality Traits

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