Philo
Meaning of Philo
Philo is a male name with origins in both Greek and Hebrew. In Greek, Philo means "loving" or "friend," while in Hebrew it can mean "protected" or "loved by God." The name has a timeless quality that has made it a popular choice for parents throughout the years. It is pronounced as FYE-loh in both British English (/ˈfaɪləʊ/) and American English (/ˈfaɪloʊ/). Variations of the name include Philon. Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that Philo has been used consistently over the past century, with peaks in popularity occurring in the 1950s and 1970s.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as FYE-loh (/ˈfaɪləʊ/)
American English
- Pronunced as FYE-loh (/ˈfaɪloʊ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Philo
| Philo Taylor Farnsworth was an American inventor and television pioneer known for his crucial contributions to the early development of all-electronic television, including the invention of the first fully functional all-electronic image pickup device and television system. |
| Philo Orton was an American politician and judge who served in various roles including Supervisor of the Town of Pomfret and as a member of the New York State Assembly. |
| Philo Louis Dibble was an American diplomat. |
| Philo Remington was an American businessman and the eldest son of Eliphalet Remington, the founder of Remington Arms. |
