Philistine
Pronunciation: [ f-IHL-uhst-een ]
Philistine is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,832 in the US, popular nicknames include Phi, Phy, and Phiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Philistine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5 babies have been named Philistine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Philistine is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,832 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,832
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Philistine
Philistine is a girl name .
Philistine is currently ranked #64,832 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Philistine include Phi, Phy, Phiie, and Philie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Philistine include Philomena, Philippa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis