Phillip Moe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phillip Moe — Greek
320K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phillip Moe 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 Moe: Moe is a Norwegian toponymic surname. Benna Moe (1897–1983), Danish composer and musician Bente Moe (born 1960), Norwegian long-distance runner Bill Moe (1916–1998), American professional ice hockey player Bjørn Moe (born 1945), Norwegian conductor Bjørg Tysdal Moe, Norwegian politician for the Christian Democratic Party Dawn Moe (born 1952), Natal and South Africa cricketer Donald Moe (1942–2017), American politician Doug Moe (1938–2026), American basketball player and coach Eric Moe (ice hockey) (born 1988), Swedish ice hockey player Eric Moe (composer) (born 1954), American composer and pia. 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: Moe

English

Moe is a Norwegian toponymic surname. Benna Moe (1897–1983), Danish composer and musician Bente Moe (born 1960), Norwegian long-distance runner Bill Moe (1916–1998), American professional ice hockey player Bjørn Moe (born 1945), Norwegian conductor Bjørg Tysdal Moe, Norwegian politician for the Christian Democratic Party Dawn Moe (born 1952), Natal and South Africa cricketer Donald Moe (1942–2017), American politician Doug Moe (1938–2026), American basketball player and coach Eric Moe (ice hockey) (born 1988), Swedish ice hockey player Eric Moe (composer) (born 1954), American composer and pia.

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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 Moe:

7
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Moe?
The surname Moe originates from English. Moe is a Norwegian toponymic surname. Benna Moe (1897–1983), Danish composer and musician Bente Moe (born 1960), Norwegian long-distance runner Bill Moe (1916–1998), American professional ice hockey player Bjørn Moe (born 1945), Norwegian conductor Bjørg Tysdal Moe, Norwegian politician for the Christian Democratic Party Dawn Moe (born 1952), Natal and South Africa cricketer Donald Moe (1942–2017), American politician Doug Moe (1938–2026), American basketball player and coach Eric Moe (ice hockey) (born 1988), Swedish ice hockey player Eric Moe (composer) (born 1954), American composer and pia.
What are the origins of the name Phillip Moe?
The name Phillip Moe combines two different traditions: the first name Phillip has Greek roots, while the surname Moe originates from English.
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