Philly name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Greek and English
Pronunciation: ph(il)-ly
Meaning: Warlike, Loves Horses and Horse Lover
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What does Philly mean?

Curious boy name Philly is rooted from English and Old Greek. Philly is short version of Philip. Philip is a variant form of biblical and popular Philippe. Philip is English equivalent of Philipp.

Curious Philip is originated from Old Greek, Philip means "Warlike and Lover of Horses Friend of Horses".

How do I pronounce Philly?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Philly is ph(il)-ly.

Middle Names for Philly

Vint, Warn, Inar, Ien, view more middle names that goes with Philly

How popular is the name Philly?

Philly is a rare baby name in United States there is very thin chances of it still being given. Also, Philly is a familiar name in Uganda, South Africa, DR Congo, Kenya and England.

At least, 2000 people globally have carried Philly as their given name according to our findings.

YearRankBirths
199588665
[1] Source: Social Security Administration

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Numerological aspects of Philly

You are intuitive but never use your intuition when it comes to making important decisions in life. Your lively spirit and energy is commended by people. Open your mind to new opinion and widen your perspective. Asking others to help you out is out of the question. You attract wealth and successful people with your charisma. And not just at this point but since always. Having letter I as your first vowel represents your elegance, impulsive attitude, big heart, and gentle soul.

Other names similar to Philly, for would be moms

  •  Karan - Prevalent unisex name Karan is used substantially in English, Bengali and Gujarati. It is rooted from Old Greek, meaning of Karan is "Lord Shiva or A Warrior"
  •  Katialine is originated from Greek, Katialine means "Pure"
  •  Cyril - Durable and Well-Liked Cyril is used mainly in Czech and German aimed at both genders, Cyril means "Of the Lord, Masterful or Master" is originated from Old Greek
  •  Zephyra - Recent and Uncommon Zephyra is used mostly in Greek, Zephyra means "West Wind" is a baby girl name has its origin in Old Greek. Zephyra is derivative of Seferina.
  •  Cosmea - Used mostly in Greek, Cosmea means "Flower Name or Jewellery Basket"

Famous people named Philly

  • Philly Lutaaya, Ugandan musician
  • Philly Joe Jones, Philadelphia-born American jazz drummer
  • Philly Larkin, member of the Kilkenny senior inter-county team
  • Philly Weeden in If You Knew Better, You'd Do Better the Movie as Actor
  • Philly Abe played the vital role of Marie in 1999 drama flick The Trouble with Perpetual Deja-Vu.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
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