Philmon
Does Philmon flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Philmon
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Philmon
10 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Philmon
See all →What the Philmon report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Philmon the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Philmon head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Philmon actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Philmon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 5 babies have been named Philmon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Philmon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,079 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"full of fury, fierce, passionate"
"otter"
"flowing down, descending (Jordan River)"
"distinctive, of the family"
"the fifth"
Compare Philmon with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #35,079
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Philmon fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Philmon →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Philmon with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Philmon and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Philmon sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Latin origin
"full of fury, fierce, passionate"
#35,128 in US
Old English origin
"otter"
#34,970 in US
Hebrew via Spanish origin
"flowing down, descending (Jordan River)"
#35,011 in US
African-American creative origin
"distinctive, of the family"
#35,207 in US
Latin origin
"the fifth"
#34,929 in US
Hebrew origin
"Supplanter; holder of the heel"
#34,988 in US
Japanese origin
#35,245 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Philmon's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Philmon
Is Philmon a boy or girl name?
How popular is the name Philmon?
What are common nicknames for Philmon?
Is Philmon a common or rare name?
What boy names are similar to Philmon?
About the Name Philmon
Philmon is a boy name .
Philmon is currently ranked #35,079 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Philmon include Phi, Phil, Phily, Philie, Mon, Mony, Monie, Phy, Phie, and Phikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Philmon include Philip, Phillip . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis