Philip Haygood

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Philip Haygood — horse lover
296K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Philip Haygood 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 Haygood: Atticus Greene Haygood (1839–1896), American clergyman Dixie Haygood (1861–1915), American stage magician Herb Haygood (born 1977), American professional football player James K. Haygood Jr. (born 1931), American politician Wil Haygood (born 1954), American journalist, author of "A Butler Well Served by this Election", the basis for the film The Butler Carpenter–Haygood Stadium, American football stadium in Arkadelphia, Arkansas Joseph Haygood Blodgett (1858–1934), American architect and contractor 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: Haygood

English

Atticus Greene Haygood (1839–1896), American clergyman Dixie Haygood (1861–1915), American stage magician Herb Haygood (born 1977), American professional football player James K. Haygood Jr. (born 1931), American politician Wil Haygood (born 1954), American journalist, author of "A Butler Well Served by this Election", the basis for the film The Butler Carpenter–Haygood Stadium, American football stadium in Arkadelphia, Arkansas Joseph Haygood Blodgett (1858–1934), American architect and contractor

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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 Haygood

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 Haygood:

1
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Haygood?
The surname Haygood originates from English. Atticus Greene Haygood (1839–1896), American clergyman Dixie Haygood (1861–1915), American stage magician Herb Haygood (born 1977), American professional football player James K. Haygood Jr. (born 1931), American politician Wil Haygood (born 1954), American journalist, author of "A Butler Well Served by this Election", the basis for the film The Butler Carpenter–Haygood Stadium, American football stadium in Arkadelphia, Arkansas Joseph Haygood Blodgett (1858–1934), American architect and contractor
What are the origins of the name Philip Haygood?
The name Philip Haygood combines two different traditions: the first name Philip has Greek roots, while the surname Haygood originates from English.
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