Phillip Glaze

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phillip Glaze — Greek
320K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phillip Glaze 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 Glaze: Andrew Glaze (1920–2016), American poet Ralph Glaze (1882–1968), American athlete and coach Ivory Glaze, Australian drag queen Peter Glaze (1917–1983), English comedian Terry Glaze (born 1964), American singer Tom Glaze (1938–2012), justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court Glazer, surname Glaser, surname 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: Glaze

English

Andrew Glaze (1920–2016), American poet Ralph Glaze (1882–1968), American athlete and coach Ivory Glaze, Australian drag queen Peter Glaze (1917–1983), English comedian Terry Glaze (born 1964), American singer Tom Glaze (1938–2012), justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court Glazer, surname Glaser, surname

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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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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Phillip Glaze:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

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

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 Glaze?
The surname Glaze originates from English. Andrew Glaze (1920–2016), American poet Ralph Glaze (1882–1968), American athlete and coach Ivory Glaze, Australian drag queen Peter Glaze (1917–1983), English comedian Terry Glaze (born 1964), American singer Tom Glaze (1938–2012), justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court Glazer, surname Glaser, surname
What are the origins of the name Phillip Glaze?
The name Phillip Glaze combines two different traditions: the first name Phillip has Greek roots, while the surname Glaze originates from English.
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