Greek

Philo

FY-loh

Meaning: Friend or lover

Boy
Rare gem
2 syllables

The story

Philo comes from Greek Philon, built from a word for a friend or lover. Its philosophical associations are historical bearers’ contributions, rather than an additional literal meaning.

Nicknames

Phil

Spellings & variants

Philon

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Classic
Vintage
Short
Literary

Origins

Philo comes from Greek.

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