Phil

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Phil is short for Phillip or Philipa, and means "lover of horses" or "friend of horses". It can also mean "lover of wisdom" as Phil is derived from the Greek word "philos" meaning love or fondness.
Pronunciation
FIL
FILL or FILL-ip
Popularity
Phil is a moderately popular name, ranking 901st in the United States in 2020. However, it is not in the top 1000 names in other countries.

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Phil Name meanings & History

Phil is short for Phillip or Philipa, and means "lover of horses" or "friend of horses". It can also mean "lover of wisdom" as Phil is derived from the Greek word "philos" meaning love or fondness. Short form of Philip and various other names beginning with Phil, often a Greek element meaning "friend, dear, beloved". Phil is used as both a standalone name and as a nickname for longer names. It is popular among parents who want a simple, friendly name for their son.

Zodiac Sign of Phil: Pretty Taurus,Pensive Libra

Synonyms of Phil:

P: Pensive,Political,Particular,Partnership,Passive

H: Hope,Hobnobbing,Haggle,Heart's Desire,Hyper

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

L: Lover,Luscious,Lazy,Languid,Liaison,Legal,Lovely

Phil is:

  • a Common name
  • a Informal name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Phil include American actor Phil Hartman, American football player Phil Simms, and American singer Phil Collins.

2.) Phil (Male)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) short for Phillip

Other Forms: Fill, Phill


3.) Phil (Unisex)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: Lover of horses

Other Forms: Phill


4.) Phil (Male)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) a short form of Philip, Phillip.

Other Forms: Fil, Phill


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