Phillip Teal

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phillip Teal — Greek
320K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phillip Teal 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 Teal: Surname Angeline Teal (1842-1913), American novelist and short story writer Clare Teal (born 1973), English jazz singer Gordon Kidd Teal (1907–2003), American engineer who developed the first silicon transistor Jeff Teal (born 1960), American ice hockey forward Joseph Nathan Teal (1858–1929), American lawyer and public figure in Oregon Larry Teal (1905–1984), American saxophonist Paul Teal (1989–2024), American actor Quinton Teal (born 1984), American football defensive back Ray Teal (1902–1976), American actor Robert Teal (born 1967), Australian rules footballer Skip Teal (1933–2006), Canadia. 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: Teal

English

Surname Angeline Teal (1842-1913), American novelist and short story writer Clare Teal (born 1973), English jazz singer Gordon Kidd Teal (1907–2003), American engineer who developed the first silicon transistor Jeff Teal (born 1960), American ice hockey forward Joseph Nathan Teal (1858–1929), American lawyer and public figure in Oregon Larry Teal (1905–1984), American saxophonist Paul Teal (1989–2024), American actor Quinton Teal (born 1984), American football defensive back Ray Teal (1902–1976), American actor Robert Teal (born 1967), Australian rules footballer Skip Teal (1933–2006), Canadia.

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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 Teal

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 Teal:

3
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Teal?
The surname Teal originates from English. Surname Angeline Teal (1842-1913), American novelist and short story writer Clare Teal (born 1973), English jazz singer Gordon Kidd Teal (1907–2003), American engineer who developed the first silicon transistor Jeff Teal (born 1960), American ice hockey forward Joseph Nathan Teal (1858–1929), American lawyer and public figure in Oregon Larry Teal (1905–1984), American saxophonist Paul Teal (1989–2024), American actor Quinton Teal (born 1984), American football defensive back Ray Teal (1902–1976), American actor Robert Teal (born 1967), Australian rules footballer Skip Teal (1933–2006), Canadia.
What are the origins of the name Phillip Teal?
The name Phillip Teal combines two different traditions: the first name Phillip has Greek roots, while the surname Teal originates from English.
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