Phil Laliberte

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phil Laliberte — Greek
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phil Laliberte 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 Laliberte: Connie Laliberte (born 1960), Canadian curler David Laliberté (born 1986), Canadian ice hockey player Guy Laliberté (born 1959), founder of Cirque du Soleil Janet Arnott (née Laliberte; 1956–2019), Canadian curler John Laliberte (born 1983), American ice hockey player Patrice Laliberté, Canadian film and television director and screenwriter Pierre Laliberté, Canadian politician Rick Laliberte (born 1958), Canadian politician 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: Laliberte

English

Connie Laliberte (born 1960), Canadian curler David Laliberté (born 1986), Canadian ice hockey player Guy Laliberté (born 1959), founder of Cirque du Soleil Janet Arnott (née Laliberte; 1956–2019), Canadian curler John Laliberte (born 1983), American ice hockey player Patrice Laliberté, Canadian film and television director and screenwriter Pierre Laliberté, Canadian politician Rick Laliberte (born 1958), Canadian politician

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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 Laliberte

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 Laliberte:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Laliberte?
The surname Laliberte originates from English. Connie Laliberte (born 1960), Canadian curler David Laliberté (born 1986), Canadian ice hockey player Guy Laliberté (born 1959), founder of Cirque du Soleil Janet Arnott (née Laliberte; 1956–2019), Canadian curler John Laliberte (born 1983), American ice hockey player Patrice Laliberté, Canadian film and television director and screenwriter Pierre Laliberté, Canadian politician Rick Laliberte (born 1958), Canadian politician
What are the origins of the name Phil Laliberte?
The name Phil Laliberte combines two different traditions: the first name Phil has Greek roots, while the surname Laliberte originates from English.
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