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Meanings

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Phil is: Fond of horses. Form of Phillip.

Greek Baby Names Meaning:

In Greek Baby Names the meaning of the name Phil is: Lover of horses. King Philip of Macedon was the father of Alexander the Great. In the Bible, Philip was the name of one of Christ's apostles. Famous Bearer: Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Phil is: Fond of horses. Form of Phillip.

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