Philomena
Philomena: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌfɪləˈmiːnə/
Meaning and origin of Philomena
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Latin Philomēna, from Ancient Greek Φιλουμένη (Philouménē, literally “beloved”). Name of an alleged early martyr whose remains were discovered in 1802 in Rome. Doublet of Philomene.
How popular is Philomena?
Since 1880, 9,951 girls in the U.S. have been named Philomena. Its highest rank for girls was #355 in 1915. In 2025, 101 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Philomena FAQ
What does the name Philomena mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Latin Philomēna, from Ancient Greek Φιλουμένη (Philouménē, literally “beloved”). Name of an alleged early martyr whose remains were discovered in 1802 in Rome. Doublet of Philomene.
What is the origin of the name Philomena?
Philomena is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Philomena?
Since 1880, 9,951 girls in the U.S. have been named Philomena. Its highest rank for girls was #355 in 1915. In 2025, 101 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Philomena a boy or girl name?
Philomena is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,951 girls and 0 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.