Philemon
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Loves Thought
- Origin
- Greek
Philemon Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 915 baby boys have been named Philemon. The name peaked in 2017 with 24 US births that year (rank #4302). In 2024, ranked #10616 nationally — 6,314 places below its 2017 peak.
Top States for Philemon
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Philemon births are: California (7).
Other Greek-Origin Names Like Philemon
If you like Philemon's Greek origin, consider these related names: Abdera, Abderus, Absyrtus, Abydos, Acantha. Browse all Greek names →
8-Letter Names Starting with P
Names with Philemon's exact length and starting letter: Paharita, Pajackok, Palaemon, Pallatin, Pallaton.
Quick Facts About Philemon
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Compare Philemon to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Philemon against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).