How Many People Are Named Philo?
Complete statistics for the name Philo: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rooted in ancient Greek, Philo means "loving" and carries a timeless philosophical charm. There are roughly 176 people with this name living in the US today, which means about 1 in 1,875,492 Americans share it. It's been on the rise recently, hitting a peak of 13 births in 2018.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 33 is known as the Master Teacher and it's considered one of the most spiritually significant numbers. It represents profound compassion, selfless service, and the ability to uplift others through wisdom and heartfelt guidance.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 66All 383 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2018Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Philo Through the Generations
Philo tells a fascinating generational story that's split in a striking way. Of the 383 total births recorded in the US, a large majority cluster in two distinct eras. About 240 bearers are over 60, reflecting the name's earlier popularity in the late 1800s and early 1900s when it carried old-fashioned intellectual appeal. Then there's a dramatic gap, with only 5 people named Philo falling in the 30-to-60 age range. That near-total disappearance during the mid-20th century makes this name genuinely unusual. But here's where it gets interesting: 138 bearers are under 30, showing a strong modern revival. The peak year of 2018 saw 13 births, the highest on record. This U-shaped pattern suggests parents today aren't just rediscovering Philo, they're embracing it as a fresh vintage pick. Globally, the name ranks #28,430 with 29,272 living bearers worldwide, and it's most common outside the US in DR Congo. The average bearer is 66 years old, but that figure doesn't capture the exciting younger wave reshaping this name's future.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Philo's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Philo
How Many People Have the Name Philo?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 876 people in the United States currently share the name Philo. That works out to roughly 1 in every 378,367 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Philo a Common or Rare Name?
Philo is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Philo Mean?
Philo means "Loving, friendly" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Philo in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Philo Most Popular?
The name Philo reached peak popularity in 2018, with 13 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Philo?
Approximately 876 people named Philo live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 876. That works out to roughly 1 in 378,367 Americans.
Is Philo a rare name?
Philo is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 378,367 Americans has this name.
What does the name Philo mean?
Philo means "Loving, friendly" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Philo more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Philo are male and 0% are female.
When was Philo most popular?
Philo peaked in 2018 with 13 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.