Philip Toler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Philip Toler — horse lover
296K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Philip Toler 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 Toler: Burl Toler (1928-2009), American football official Dan Toler (1948–2013), American guitarist Daniel Toler (1739–1796), Irish politician Greg Toler (born 1985), American football player Lynn Toler (born 1959), American judge and television personality Penny Toler (born 1966), American basketball player Sidney Toler (1874–1947), actor and writer William Pinkney Toler (1826–1899), American artist 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: Toler

Irish

Burl Toler (1928-2009), American football official Dan Toler (1948–2013), American guitarist Daniel Toler (1739–1796), Irish politician Greg Toler (born 1985), American football player Lynn Toler (born 1959), American judge and television personality Penny Toler (born 1966), American basketball player Sidney Toler (1874–1947), actor and writer William Pinkney Toler (1826–1899), American artist

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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 Toler

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 Toler:

5
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Toler?
The surname Toler originates from Irish. Burl Toler (1928-2009), American football official Dan Toler (1948–2013), American guitarist Daniel Toler (1739–1796), Irish politician Greg Toler (born 1985), American football player Lynn Toler (born 1959), American judge and television personality Penny Toler (born 1966), American basketball player Sidney Toler (1874–1947), actor and writer William Pinkney Toler (1826–1899), American artist
What are the origins of the name Philip Toler?
The name Philip Toler combines two different traditions: the first name Philip has Greek roots, while the surname Toler originates from Irish.
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