Phillip Gilmore

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phillip Gilmore — Greek
320K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phillip Gilmore 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 Gilmore: Gilmore and Gillmore are surnames with several origins and meanings. The name can be of Irish, in particular from Ulster, and Scottish Highland origin, Anglicised from the Gaelic Mac Gille Mhoire (Scottish Gaelic), Mac Giolla Mhuire (Ulster Irish Gaelic). The name was a patronymic name meaning "servant of (the Virgin) Mary". Gilmore is an alternative, or sept, of Clan Morrison from Scotland, known as MacGilleMhoire in Scottish Gaelic. 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: Gilmore

Celtic

Gilmore and Gillmore are surnames with several origins and meanings. The name can be of Irish, in particular from Ulster, and Scottish Highland origin, Anglicised from the Gaelic Mac Gille Mhoire (Scottish Gaelic), Mac Giolla Mhuire (Ulster Irish Gaelic). The name was a patronymic name meaning "servant of (the Virgin) Mary". Gilmore is an alternative, or sept, of Clan Morrison from Scotland, known as MacGilleMhoire in Scottish Gaelic.

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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 Gilmore

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 Gilmore:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Gilmore?
The surname Gilmore originates from Celtic. Gilmore and Gillmore are surnames with several origins and meanings. The name can be of Irish, in particular from Ulster, and Scottish Highland origin, Anglicised from the Gaelic Mac Gille Mhoire (Scottish Gaelic), Mac Giolla Mhuire (Ulster Irish Gaelic). The name was a patronymic name meaning "servant of (the Virgin) Mary". Gilmore is an alternative, or sept, of Clan Morrison from Scotland, known as MacGilleMhoire in Scottish Gaelic.
What are the origins of the name Phillip Gilmore?
The name Phillip Gilmore combines two different traditions: the first name Phillip has Greek roots, while the surname Gilmore originates from Celtic.
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