Philip Urban

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Philip Urban — horse lover
296K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Philip Urban 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 Urban: Urban of Langres, 4th-century French saint and bishop Urban (bishop of Llandaff) (1076–1134), Welsh bishop Urban of Macedonia, 1st-century bishop, martyr and saint Urban Blitz, English rock musician Urban "Red" Faber (1888–1976), American baseball pitcher Urban Federer (born 1968), Swiss Catholic prelate Urban Gad (1879–1947), Danish film director Urban Hansen (1908–1986), Danish politician Urban Henry (1935–1979), American football player Urban Klavžar (born 2004), Slovenian basketball player Urban Meyer (born 1964), American football coach Urban Odson (1918–1986), American football player Ur. 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: Urban

French

Urban of Langres, 4th-century French saint and bishop Urban (bishop of Llandaff) (1076–1134), Welsh bishop Urban of Macedonia, 1st-century bishop, martyr and saint Urban Blitz, English rock musician Urban "Red" Faber (1888–1976), American baseball pitcher Urban Federer (born 1968), Swiss Catholic prelate Urban Gad (1879–1947), Danish film director Urban Hansen (1908–1986), Danish politician Urban Henry (1935–1979), American football player Urban Klavžar (born 2004), Slovenian basketball player Urban Meyer (born 1964), American football coach Urban Odson (1918–1986), American football player Ur.

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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 Urban

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 Urban:

9
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

5
Personality Number

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

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 Urban?
The surname Urban originates from French. Urban of Langres, 4th-century French saint and bishop Urban (bishop of Llandaff) (1076–1134), Welsh bishop Urban of Macedonia, 1st-century bishop, martyr and saint Urban Blitz, English rock musician Urban "Red" Faber (1888–1976), American baseball pitcher Urban Federer (born 1968), Swiss Catholic prelate Urban Gad (1879–1947), Danish film director Urban Hansen (1908–1986), Danish politician Urban Henry (1935–1979), American football player Urban Klavžar (born 2004), Slovenian basketball player Urban Meyer (born 1964), American football coach Urban Odson (1918–1986), American football player Ur.
What are the origins of the name Philip Urban?
The name Philip Urban combines two different traditions: the first name Philip has Greek roots, while the surname Urban originates from French.
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