Phil Ariza

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phil Ariza — Greek
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phil Ariza is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Phil is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps. The surname Ariza: Amilkar Ariza (born 1943), Colombian painter and sculptor Juan Ariza (1816–1876), Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright Juan Esteban Ariza Mendoza (1928–2006), Dominican lawyer, diplomat, and poet Julio Ariza (born 1957), Spanish entrepreneur Mayerli Buitrago Ariza (born 1986), Colombian shot putter Natalia Ariza (born 1991), Colombian footballer Óscar Ariza (born 1999), Venezuelan diver Patricia Ariza (born 1948), Colombian poet, playwright, and actor René Ariza (1940–1994), Cuban actor, director, and playwright Tatiana Ariza (born 1991), Colombian footballer Trevor Ariza (born 1985), Americ. Phil is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 32K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Phil reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Phil

Greek

Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps.

Surname: Ariza

Spanish

Amilkar Ariza (born 1943), Colombian painter and sculptor Juan Ariza (1816–1876), Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright Juan Esteban Ariza Mendoza (1928–2006), Dominican lawyer, diplomat, and poet Julio Ariza (born 1957), Spanish entrepreneur Mayerli Buitrago Ariza (born 1986), Colombian shot putter Natalia Ariza (born 1991), Colombian footballer Óscar Ariza (born 1999), Venezuelan diver Patricia Ariza (born 1948), Colombian poet, playwright, and actor René Ariza (1940–1994), Cuban actor, director, and playwright Tatiana Ariza (born 1991), Colombian footballer Trevor Ariza (born 1985), Americ.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Phil is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Phil by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Phil Ariza

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Phil Ariza:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Phil?
The first name Phil originates from Greek. Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps.
When was Phil most popular?
The name Phil reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Ariza?
The surname Ariza originates from Spanish. Amilkar Ariza (born 1943), Colombian painter and sculptor Juan Ariza (1816–1876), Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright Juan Esteban Ariza Mendoza (1928–2006), Dominican lawyer, diplomat, and poet Julio Ariza (born 1957), Spanish entrepreneur Mayerli Buitrago Ariza (born 1986), Colombian shot putter Natalia Ariza (born 1991), Colombian footballer Óscar Ariza (born 1999), Venezuelan diver Patricia Ariza (born 1948), Colombian poet, playwright, and actor René Ariza (1940–1994), Cuban actor, director, and playwright Tatiana Ariza (born 1991), Colombian footballer Trevor Ariza (born 1985), Americ.
What are the origins of the name Phil Ariza?
The name Phil Ariza combines two different traditions: the first name Phil has Greek roots, while the surname Ariza originates from Spanish.
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