Philo
Boy namePhilo has been given to 390 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 2017. In 2025, about 1 in 284,679 boys was named Philo.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
390
Peak year
2017 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1880
10-year trend
0%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Philo — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Philo.
Sibling name ideas for Philo
Same era and popularity as Philo, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Philo?
Philo has been given to 390 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Philo peak?
Philo peaked in 2017, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Philo a girl or boy name?
Philo is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Philo are boys).
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