Philo - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Philo \

is pronounced FYE-loh. It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "love". Root of words like "bibliophile" and "philanthropist", which means "loving others". Inventor of television, Philo T. Farnsworth.

Baby names that sound like Philo are Phil and Philly. Other similar baby names are Shilo and Thilo.

Philo is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#29834 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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