Philip Cannady

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Philip Cannady — horse lover
296K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Philip Cannady is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Philip is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Philippos (Φίλιππος), meaning "horse-lover." Philip II of Macedon was the father of Alexander the Great. The surname Cannady: Beatrice Morrow Cannady (1890–1974), American civil rights advocate Devin Cannady (born 1996), American basketball player Jesse Cannady (1911–1981), American baseball player John Cannady (1923–2002), American football player Rev Cannady (1904–1981), American baseball player Richard Cannady (born 1935), American politician William T. Cannady (born 1937), American architect Philip is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 296K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Philip reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Philip

Meaning: horse lover

Greek

From the Greek Philippos (Φίλιππος), meaning "horse-lover." Philip II of Macedon was the father of Alexander the Great.

Surname: Cannady

English

Beatrice Morrow Cannady (1890–1974), American civil rights advocate Devin Cannady (born 1996), American basketball player Jesse Cannady (1911–1981), American baseball player John Cannady (1923–2002), American football player Rev Cannady (1904–1981), American baseball player Richard Cannady (born 1935), American politician William T. Cannady (born 1937), American architect

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Philip Cannady

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 Philip Cannady:

6
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Philip?
The first name Philip originates from Greek. From the Greek Philippos (Φίλιππος), meaning "horse-lover." Philip II of Macedon was the father of Alexander the Great.
When was Philip most popular?
The name Philip reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cannady?
The surname Cannady originates from English. Beatrice Morrow Cannady (1890–1974), American civil rights advocate Devin Cannady (born 1996), American basketball player Jesse Cannady (1911–1981), American baseball player John Cannady (1923–2002), American football player Rev Cannady (1904–1981), American baseball player Richard Cannady (born 1935), American politician William T. Cannady (born 1937), American architect
What are the origins of the name Philip Cannady?
The name Philip Cannady combines two different traditions: the first name Philip has Greek roots, while the surname Cannady originates from English.
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