Female and male names starting with the letter "P" .

PHILISA

Feminine

Uncommon yet striking unisex name of African origin, derived from Swahili and meaning "wide" or "spacious". Traditionally used among East African communities, it carries cultural richness and could symbolize openness or strength.

PHILISHA

Feminine

Distinctive feminine name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'filia' meaning 'love' or 'affection'.

PHILISTINE

Feminine

Rare Greek-origin feminine name derived from "Philoistines", referring to non-Greek speaking inhabitants of Palestine, specifically the Philistines, a maritime civilization established around 1200 BCE and mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. Despite its historical significance, there's no specific meaning attributed to the name Philistine itself.

PHILIX

Masculine

Philip is of Greek origin, meaning "lover of horses".

PHILL

Masculine

Phill is of Greek origin, derived from Philip, meaning "lover of horses.

PHILLICIA

Feminine

Distinctive American female name created by combining Phillip and Lycia, possibly meaning 'strong-willed she-wolf'.

PHILLINA

Feminine

Rare but captivating female name of Greek origin, derived from "phileo," meaning "to love," signifying affection and kindness.

PHILLIP

Masculine

Greek name meaning "lover of horses," derived from "philios" (loving) and "hippos" (horse). It has been popular throughout history, with notable bearers including Philip II of Macedon and Saint Philip, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name was introduced to England during the Norman Conquest in 1066 and has remained popular ever since.

PHILLIP

Feminine

Greek origin, derived from "philos" meaning "loving." Popular throughout history, it was first used in ancient Greece before becoming widespread during the Roman Empire. Associated with royalty in medieval Europe, Phillip remains widely used today as both a first and middle name for boys.

PHILLIPA

Feminine

Greek feminine name derived from Philippa, meaning "lover of horses." It has been borne by notable historical figures like Queen Philippa of Hainault and Philippa Duke of Bedford.

PHILLIPE

Masculine

Philip is a Greek-derived name meaning 'lover of horses', composed of 'philios' (loving) and 'hippos' (horse). It's been used throughout history by notable figures like Philip II of Macedon.

PHILLIPH

Masculine

Philip is a Greek name meaning 'lower of horses.'

PHILLIPMICHAEL

Masculine

American name combining Philip ("loving") and Michael ("who is like God?"), each bearing rich historical significance from Greek, Hebrew, and Christian traditions.

PHILLIPP

Masculine

Greek-origin name derived from Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses'. It has been popular throughout history, carried by figures like Philip II of Macedon and Saint Philip the Apostle.

PHILLIPPA

Feminine

Elegant English female name derived from Philip, meaning "loving horse," historically associated with nobility like Phillippa of Lancaster.

PHILLIPPE

Masculine

French masculine given name meaning 'lover of horses.'

PHILLIPS

Masculine

English name derived from the Greek Philippus, meaning "loving horse.

PHILLIS

Feminine

Unique Greek-derived given name meaning 'leaf', popularized by John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost, and associated with notable figures like Phillis Wheatley, the first published African-American poet.

PHILLIS

Masculine

Feminine given name of Greek origin meaning "friend" or "lover.

PHILLISA

Feminine

Beautiful African Shona name meaning 'one who brings peace'.

PHILLISHA

Feminine

Distinctive female name of African origin, derived from Swahili "filaya" meaning "strong-willed.

PHILLISTINE

Feminine

Rare Greek given name derived from the Phoenician word 'palastu,' meaning 'wanderer' or 'foreigner,' originally referring to the ancient Philistine people who inhabited Canaan.

PHILLP

Masculine

Philip is a Greek-origin male name meaning "loving horse," borne by historical figures like Alexander the Great's father and Saint Philip the Apostle.

PHILLY

Masculine

Greek name derived from "Philos," meaning friend.

PHILLYS

Feminine

Phillys, of Greek origin, signifies 'love of wisdom'.

PHILMON

Masculine

Rare Greek name meaning "mouse lover," associated with early Christian figure Saint Philmon, and has historic ties to notable figures such as Bishop Philemon and theologian Philmon.

PHILMORE

Masculine

English given name derived from 'filmer', meaning 'miller'.

PHILO

Masculine

Distinctive Greek name meaning 'loving,' popularized by philosopher Philo Judaeus, who blended Greek philosophy and Jewish law.

PHILOMEN

Feminine

Female given name of Greek origin meaning 'lover of horses', derived from 'philios' (loving) and 'hippos' (horse).

PHILOMENA

Feminine

Irish name derived from the Greek Philomela, meaning 'lover of song' or 'enthusiastic about battle', with roots in ancient mythology.

PHILOMENE

Feminine

Rare yet elegant feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "lover of the mind" or "she who loves wisdom," often associated with intelligence and intellectual pursuits. Popularized in France by Saint Philomena, a 4th-century Christian martyr, this name carries a rich history and meaningful signification.

PHILOMENIA

Feminine

Greek-derived female name with two possible meanings: "lover of battle" or "born to fight". It is most famously associated with Saint Philomena, an early Christian martyr from the 4th century who died at age 13 defending her faith.

PHILOMINA

Feminine

Unique Latin-origin name meaning "lover of song" or "songbird".

PHILOMINE

Feminine

Philomene is a Greek-derived name that means 'lover of wisdom'.

PHILOPATEER

Masculine

Philopater is a rare Greek name derived from 'philos' (love) and 'pater' (father), translating to "lover of his father.

PHILOPATER

Masculine

Greek male name meaning "loving the father," composed of "philo-" (love) and "-pater" (father), and was historically used as an honorific title for rulers demonstrating strong filial devotion, as seen in the case of Ptolemy VIII Physcon (Ptolemy Philopator).

PHILP

Masculine

Philip is a Greek name meaning 'lover of horses,' derived from 'philios' (loving) and 'hippos' (horse).

PHILSON

Masculine

Unique Ghanaian name derived from 'Philemon', meaning 'affectionate' or 'loving', and '-son'.

PHIN

Masculine

Phin, of Anglo-Saxon origin, means 'mild-mannered.' Traditionally used as a nickname for Finn, it has evolved into a standalone given name. Associated with warmth, approachability, and gentleness.

PHINEAS

Masculine

Rare male name of Greek origin, derived from "phines", meaning "to think" or "to speak".