Phillip

Phillip is an English form of Philippus, the Latin version of the Greek name Philippos, composed of the elements philos, meaning friend or lover, and hippos, meaning horse, giving the overall sense of one who loves horses. The name was borne by several significant historical figures, including Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great, and one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. It has remained in steady use throughout the English-speaking world for centuries. Closely related forms include Philip, Felipe, Philippe, and Filippo.