Philemon
Meaning of Philemon
The name Philemon is a distinctive and historical choice for a baby boy. Originating from ancient Greek, Philemon means "affectionate" or "beloved." It holds significant cultural and religious associations, most notably from the Bible, where Philemon is a prominent figure in the New Testament. The Apostle Paul addressed one of his epistles to Philemon, making the name deeply rooted in Christian tradition. Pronounced as FYE-luh-muhn (/ˈfaɪləmən/), this name exudes a timeless charm that has seen intermittent popularity in the United States over the years. Despite its rarity, with only 9 occurrences in 2023 ranking it at 8230, it remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth and spiritual significance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as FYE-luh-muhn (/ˈfaɪləmən/)
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Notable People Named Philemon
| Philemon Wright was a prominent farmer, lumberman, and entrepreneur who founded the Ottawa River timber trade and established the first permanent settlement in the National Capital Region of Canada. |
| Hon. Philemon Embel OBE is a prominent Papua New Guinean politician who served in the National Parliament of Papua New Guinea and held various government positions, receiving the Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2000. |
| Philemon Kiprono Kemboi is a Kenyan former long-distance runner known for his success in marathons across the world, including a victory at the Grandma's Marathon in 2010. |
| Philemon Mateke is a Ugandan politician serving as the Minister of State for Regional Affairs in the Ugandan Cabinet and the Chancellor of Metropolitan International University, Kisoro. |
| Philemon Mulala was a Zambian footballer known for his standout performance in the 1984 CECAFA Cup and his time with Mufulira Wanderers. |
| Philemon Thomas was a two-term Democratic representative for Louisiana in the United States House of Representatives. |
| Philemon Kaunda was a Zambian footballer who played for Mufulira Wanderers and the Zambian national team as a central defender in the early '80s, while his younger brother Philemon Mulala also had a successful football career during the same period. |
