Philip Gallion

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Philip Gallion — horse lover
296K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Philip Gallion 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 Gallion: Gallion, Alabama, a community in Hale County, Alabama Gallion (plant genus), a former genus in the family Rubiaceae People with the surname Arthur Gallion (1902–1978), American architect Bob Gallion (1924–1999), American country music singer Jérôme Gallion (born 1955), French rugby union player Josh Gallion (born 1979), American politician MacDonald Gallion (1913–2007), Alabama Attorney General Rex Gallion (1915–1975), American country-western guitarist 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: Gallion

French

Gallion, Alabama, a community in Hale County, Alabama Gallion (plant genus), a former genus in the family Rubiaceae People with the surname Arthur Gallion (1902–1978), American architect Bob Gallion (1924–1999), American country music singer Jérôme Gallion (born 1955), French rugby union player Josh Gallion (born 1979), American politician MacDonald Gallion (1913–2007), Alabama Attorney General Rex Gallion (1915–1975), American country-western guitarist

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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 Gallion

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 Gallion:

5
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Gallion?
The surname Gallion originates from French. Gallion, Alabama, a community in Hale County, Alabama Gallion (plant genus), a former genus in the family Rubiaceae People with the surname Arthur Gallion (1902–1978), American architect Bob Gallion (1924–1999), American country music singer Jérôme Gallion (born 1955), French rugby union player Josh Gallion (born 1979), American politician MacDonald Gallion (1913–2007), Alabama Attorney General Rex Gallion (1915–1975), American country-western guitarist
What are the origins of the name Philip Gallion?
The name Philip Gallion combines two different traditions: the first name Philip has Greek roots, while the surname Gallion originates from French.
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