What Does the Name Phil Mean
The name Phil comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Phil below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Phil Name Meaning
EnglishShort form of PHILIP and various other names beginning with Phil, often a Greek element meaning "friend, dear, beloved".
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What does the name Phil mean?
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Is Phil a boy or girl name?
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