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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Philomena

Friend of tomorrows

Pronunciation: fil-uh-MEE-nuh (/fɪlˈuːmɪnə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Friend of tomorrows
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
13
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Sapphire
Life Path
2
Popularity Score
60
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Philomena mean?

From the Latin philēmōn, meaning lover or friend of God. In Christian tradition, Philomena was a virgin and martyr venerated for her faith.

Philomena in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
פלומנה
העז, הגבורה, הזכות, שלום, חסד, נכונות
Greek
πωλόμενη
θανόλότεπώσ θε πρεκπης ευΦης γιπφμης
Latin
Philomena
amor, fortitudo, iustitia, pax, caritas, fidelitas
English
Philomena
Lover of God

How to pronounce Philomena

English pronunciation
fil-uh-MEE-nuh
Biblical pronunciation
Not applicable
IPA notation
/fɪlˈuːmɪnə/

Numerology & personality

People with this number have a strong desire for love and companionship.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes unwavering faith and devotion to God.

The name Rosa has its roots in many different cultures and languages. In English, it means 'rose,' the symbol of love and beauty. Romans named their red-haired daughters after the goddess of love, Rosa. In Hinduism, the rose is one of the most sacred flowers, symbolizing love and devotion to the divine.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Saint connection: Philomena

Popularity of Philomena by region

Region Country Score Year
United Kingdom UK 48 2024
Poland PL 80 2024
Italy IT 56 2024

Spelling variations of Philomena

PhilomenahPhilomene

Names similar to Philomena

Frequently asked questions about Philomena

What does Philomena mean?
Philomena is a Latin name of Christian origin, derived from the Greek philēmōn, meaning lover or friend of God.
Is Philomena a Christianity name?
Yes, Philomena is a Christian name of Latin origin.
How to pronounce Philomena?
Pronounced as fi-leh-mo-nuh
Is Philomena popular today?
Yes, Philomena is a popular name among Christian parents.
What is the origin of Philomena?
Philomena is a Latin name of Christian origin, derived from the Greek philēmōn, meaning lover or friend of God.