Philip Starke

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Philip Starke — horse lover
296K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Philip Starke 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 Starke: Starke, a variant of Stark (surname) Starke, Florida, United States Starke County, Indiana, United States Starke Round Barn, near Red Cloud, Nebraska 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: Starke

English

Starke, a variant of Stark (surname) Starke, Florida, United States Starke County, Indiana, United States Starke Round Barn, near Red Cloud, Nebraska

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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 Starke

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 Starke:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Starke?
The surname Starke originates from English. Starke, a variant of Stark (surname) Starke, Florida, United States Starke County, Indiana, United States Starke Round Barn, near Red Cloud, Nebraska
What are the origins of the name Philip Starke?
The name Philip Starke combines two different traditions: the first name Philip has Greek roots, while the surname Starke originates from English.
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