Phil Kearns

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phil Kearns — Greek
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phil Kearns 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 Kearns: Alicia Kearns, British politician elected in 2019 Anthony Kearns (born 1971), Irish musician Austin Kearns (born 1980), baseball player Billy Kearns (1923–1992), American actor, seen in French films (1958–1991) Bracken Kearns (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Burt Kearns (born 1956), American author and television & film producer Dan Kearns (1956–2022), Canadian football player Daniel Kearns (designer) (born 1975), Irish menswear designer Daniel Kearns (footballer) (born 1991), Irish footballer Daniel F. Kearns (1896–1963), American military aviator David T. 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: Kearns

French

Alicia Kearns, British politician elected in 2019 Anthony Kearns (born 1971), Irish musician Austin Kearns (born 1980), baseball player Billy Kearns (1923–1992), American actor, seen in French films (1958–1991) Bracken Kearns (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Burt Kearns (born 1956), American author and television & film producer Dan Kearns (1956–2022), Canadian football player Daniel Kearns (designer) (born 1975), Irish menswear designer Daniel Kearns (footballer) (born 1991), Irish footballer Daniel F. Kearns (1896–1963), American military aviator David T.

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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 Kearns

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 Kearns:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Kearns?
The surname Kearns originates from French. Alicia Kearns, British politician elected in 2019 Anthony Kearns (born 1971), Irish musician Austin Kearns (born 1980), baseball player Billy Kearns (1923–1992), American actor, seen in French films (1958–1991) Bracken Kearns (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Burt Kearns (born 1956), American author and television & film producer Dan Kearns (1956–2022), Canadian football player Daniel Kearns (designer) (born 1975), Irish menswear designer Daniel Kearns (footballer) (born 1991), Irish footballer Daniel F. Kearns (1896–1963), American military aviator David T.
What are the origins of the name Phil Kearns?
The name Phil Kearns combines two different traditions: the first name Phil has Greek roots, while the surname Kearns originates from French.
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