Phillip Bosco

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phillip Bosco — Greek
320K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phillip Bosco is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Phillip is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps. The surname Bosco: Bosco (drag queen), performing name of Blair Constantino, a drag performer from Seattle and contestant on season 14 of RuPaul's Drag Race Bosco, one half of the Indian choreographer duo Bosco–Caesar Bosco Lin Chi-nan (born 1943), Taiwanese bishop Bosco Frontán (born 1984), Uruguayan soccer player Bosco Hogan (born 1949), Irish actor Bosco Lowe (born 1943), American car race driver Bosco Mann (born 1974), American record producer Bosco McDermott (born 1936), Irish former sportsperson Bosco Ntaganda (born 1973), Congolese warlord Bosco Pérez-Pla (born 1987), Spanish field hockey player Bosco Put. Phillip is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 320K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Phillip reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Phillip

Greek

Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps.

Surname: Bosco

Spanish

Bosco (drag queen), performing name of Blair Constantino, a drag performer from Seattle and contestant on season 14 of RuPaul's Drag Race Bosco, one half of the Indian choreographer duo Bosco–Caesar Bosco Lin Chi-nan (born 1943), Taiwanese bishop Bosco Frontán (born 1984), Uruguayan soccer player Bosco Hogan (born 1949), Irish actor Bosco Lowe (born 1943), American car race driver Bosco Mann (born 1974), American record producer Bosco McDermott (born 1936), Irish former sportsperson Bosco Ntaganda (born 1973), Congolese warlord Bosco Pérez-Pla (born 1987), Spanish field hockey player Bosco Put.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Phillip is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Phillip by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Phillip Bosco

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 Phillip Bosco:

1
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Phillip?
The first name Phillip originates from Greek. Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps.
When was Phillip most popular?
The name Phillip reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bosco?
The surname Bosco originates from Spanish. Bosco (drag queen), performing name of Blair Constantino, a drag performer from Seattle and contestant on season 14 of RuPaul's Drag Race Bosco, one half of the Indian choreographer duo Bosco–Caesar Bosco Lin Chi-nan (born 1943), Taiwanese bishop Bosco Frontán (born 1984), Uruguayan soccer player Bosco Hogan (born 1949), Irish actor Bosco Lowe (born 1943), American car race driver Bosco Mann (born 1974), American record producer Bosco McDermott (born 1936), Irish former sportsperson Bosco Ntaganda (born 1973), Congolese warlord Bosco Pérez-Pla (born 1987), Spanish field hockey player Bosco Put.
What are the origins of the name Phillip Bosco?
The name Phillip Bosco combines two different traditions: the first name Phillip has Greek roots, while the surname Bosco originates from Spanish.
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