Phil Buckingham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phil Buckingham — Greek
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phil Buckingham 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 Buckingham: A. David Buckingham, British physical chemist Catharinus P. Buckingham, American Civil War general Celeste Buckingham, Slovak recording artist of Swiss-American origins David Buckingham, American judge and former Associate Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court David Buckingham, Canadian politician Des Buckingham, English football manager Ed Buckingham, Canadian politician Edgar Buckingham, creator of the Buckingham π theorem, a key theorem in dimensional analysis Edward Taylor Buckingham, III, former CNMI Attorney General James Silk Buckingham, oriental traveller Jane Buckingham (born 1968), A. 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: Buckingham

English

A. David Buckingham, British physical chemist Catharinus P. Buckingham, American Civil War general Celeste Buckingham, Slovak recording artist of Swiss-American origins David Buckingham, American judge and former Associate Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court David Buckingham, Canadian politician Des Buckingham, English football manager Ed Buckingham, Canadian politician Edgar Buckingham, creator of the Buckingham π theorem, a key theorem in dimensional analysis Edward Taylor Buckingham, III, former CNMI Attorney General James Silk Buckingham, oriental traveller Jane Buckingham (born 1968), A.

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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 Buckingham

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 Buckingham:

8
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Buckingham?
The surname Buckingham originates from English. A. David Buckingham, British physical chemist Catharinus P. Buckingham, American Civil War general Celeste Buckingham, Slovak recording artist of Swiss-American origins David Buckingham, American judge and former Associate Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court David Buckingham, Canadian politician Des Buckingham, English football manager Ed Buckingham, Canadian politician Edgar Buckingham, creator of the Buckingham π theorem, a key theorem in dimensional analysis Edward Taylor Buckingham, III, former CNMI Attorney General James Silk Buckingham, oriental traveller Jane Buckingham (born 1968), A.
What are the origins of the name Phil Buckingham?
The name Phil Buckingham combines two different traditions: the first name Phil has Greek roots, while the surname Buckingham originates from English.
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