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Philomena

female

Meaning

"Lover of Strength"

Philomena is Greek in origin, historically interpreted as loving strength, and popularized through Christian saint traditions.

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Popularity History of Philomena

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#1833Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#1833

Philomena was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+494

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Philomena Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Philomena.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Philomena

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Quick Facts

OriginGreek
Syllables4
Length9 letters

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