Philly
FIL-ee
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
5
Peak Year
#5 in 1995
First Recorded
1995
Style
Cute & Playful, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Philly is often used as a diminutive or nickname for Philip, which has Greek origins meaning 'lover of horses.' As a standalone name, it's playful and friendly.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
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