Phil
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
20,098 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1959 Peak Popularity Year
677 Peak Births

Phil Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Phil originates from the Greek name 'Philos', meaning 'loving' or 'fond of'. It has evolved through various forms like 'Philippos' and 'Philip'. The name is associated with positive traits such as friendliness and warmth. There is no significant biblical background. Phil gained popularity during the Middle Ages and remains a common name today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Phil"

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Pronunciation

/fɪl/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

The name Phil is derived from the Greek name 'Philos', which means 'loving' or 'fond of'. It is often used as a short form of names like Philip, which means 'lover of horses'.

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Meaning

loving, fond of

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Language Evolution

Philos, Philippos, Philip

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Historical Usage

The name Phil gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the influence of the name Philip from the New Testament.

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Variants & Derivatives

Philip, Phillip, Pip

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Phil is seen as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness.

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Famous People

Phil Collins, Phil Mickelson, Phil Jackson

📊 Phil Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Phil Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 677 peak births in 1959

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Phil" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Phil". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Phil" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Phil"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Phil"

"Phil" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 505th of 7545 2,330
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 331st of 6773 5,241
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 347th of 7552 8,817
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 706th of 10718 2,166
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1790th of 16616 657
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 4565th of 24088 297
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 6678th of 23106 148
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 5908th of 9107 31
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 7328th of 9204 15
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 8600th of 12526 26

Regional Popularity of "Phil" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
30.58%
433rd/1416
34.45%
475th/1379
30.05%
711th/2366
32.49%
371st/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
17.14%
265th/1546
24.94%
388th/1556
17.42%
410th/2353
14.80%
229th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
13.25%
295th/2227
18.68%
454th/2430
12.44%
355th/2853
10.74%
298th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
21.76%
639th/2937
26.59%
926th/3483
19.73%
694th/3518
15.95%
645th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- 57.01%
2551st/4475
44.36%
2304th/5194
27.16%
1716th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 68.67%
5022nd/7313
67.40%
5030th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Phil" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Phil"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Phil" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Phil" in the United States

The name Phil is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Phil has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Phil' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 505th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 331st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 347th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 706th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1790th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4565th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6678th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5908th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7328th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8600th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Phil' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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