Philly as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Philly

What is the meaning of the name Philly ?

The baby name Philly is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced ˈfɪli (FIL-ee).

Philly is in Origin.

Philly is a lively diminutive of both Philip/Phillip and the feminine Philippa, ultimately from the Greek name Philippos, “lover of horses” (phílos “friend” + híppos “horse”). In English the -y ending forms affectionate pet names, and Philly carries that easy, familiar tone while remaining rooted in a classical tradition. It is used for boys and, less commonly, for girls.

Adopted across medieval Christendom through the veneration of St. Philip the Apostle, the parent name spread widely and generated many forms. Philly appears in English-speaking countries - especially Ireland and Britain - as a long-standing nickname and occasional independent given name from the late 19th century onward. Related variants include Philip, Phillip, Philipp, Felipe, Philippe, Filip, Filippo; feminine forms Philippa, Filippa, Filipa; and diminutives Phil, Pip, Pippa. Though sometimes associated with Philadelphia, its standard derivation is from Philip/Philippa.