Name · Sound · Chart fit
Philip
Numerology, Saju and astrology notes for the name Philip
- Syllables
- 2
- U.S. rank
- #799
- Given to
- Mostly boys
Number 799 on our list of U.S. names since 2000, Philip appears in 21,122 birth records.
How Philip sounds
Philip has two syllables, the most common rhythm for English first names. A hard consonant ends Philip, which keeps its final beat short and clear. An air sound runs through Philip: quick, bright and easy. The popularity of Philip in U.S. birth records has stayed even, so it will not date quickly. U.S. birth records list Philip overwhelmingly for boys.
The Saju view
Counted by its first sound, Philip is a water name, since that sound is made with the lips. Saju listeners hear water in Philip, the element tied to winter and to wisdom. Charts with little water are the ones it answers best. A chart lacking wood can lean on the water in Philip, since water is the parent of wood in Saju. A chart that already holds plenty of water is better served by another name, since Philip would add to it.
Water soundOpens on water
The astrology view
Philip ranks highest in charts led by air, which means the signs Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. Charts led by Aries, Leo and Sagittarius come next. Philip is a less natural fit for earth and water signs, whose elements differ from its air sound.
GeminiLibraAquarius
Numerology, for reference
Philip adds up to an Expression number of 7 in Pythagorean numerology, the number of reflection and study. Numerologists link the number 7 with reflection: study, privacy and a search for deeper understanding. Philip has a Soul Urge number of 9, which numerology ties to what the heart quietly wants: service to others. In numerology the number 9 stands for compassion, which is tied to generosity, wide horizons and a sense of larger purpose. Philip has a Personality number of 7, which numerology ties to the first impression: thoughtful and reserved. In numerology the number 7 stands for reflection, which is tied to study, privacy and a search for deeper understanding.
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