Philemon
Philemon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɪˈliːmən/ · /fɪˈliːmɒn/
Meaning and origin of Philemon
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Φιλήμων (Philḗmōn), from φιλήμων (philḗmōn, “kindly, affectionate”), from φιλέω (philéō, “to love”).
How popular is Philemon?
Since 1880, 925 boys in the U.S. have been named Philemon. Its highest rank for boys was #2199 in 1969. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Philemon FAQ
What does the name Philemon mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. A surname transferred from the given name. From Ancient Greek Φιλήμων (Philḗmōn), from φιλήμων (philḗmōn, “kindly, affectionate”), from φιλέω (philéō, “to love”).
What is the origin of the name Philemon?
Philemon is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Philemon?
Since 1880, 925 boys in the U.S. have been named Philemon. Its highest rank for boys was #2199 in 1969. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Philemon a boy or girl name?
Philemon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 925 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.