Philomena: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A lover of strength with saintly devotion.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 4
- Current rank
- #2109
- Peak
- #355 in 1915
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Philomena Means
Philomena is a girl name of English origin. A lover of strength with saintly devotion.
How Popular Philomena Is
Philomena currently ranks #2109 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #355 in 1915. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Philomena
- Philomena peaked at #355 in the U.S. in 1915.
- Philomena is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
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Sibling Names for Philomena
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Questions About Philomena
What does Philomena mean?
Philomena is a girl name of English origin. A lover of strength with saintly devotion.
How popular is Philomena?
Philomena currently ranks #2109 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #355 in 1915. It has held steady.
Where does Philomena come from?
Philomena comes from English roots. Philomena peaked at #355 in the U.S. in 1915.
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