At a glance
- In short
- Philadelphia is a unique and meaningful name for a baby girl, with roots in Greek mythology and association with the birthplace of American democracy.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1994 (#13,430)
- Babies in 1994
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #7,398 in 1984
- First recorded
- 1984
Meaning of Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its roots in Greek mythology, as it is derived from the Greek words "phileo" meaning "to love" and "adelphos" meaning "brother." This name is often associated with the city of Philadelphia, which is known as the birthplace of American democracy. In terms of pronunciation, both British English and American English pronounce Philadelphia as fil-uh-DEL-fee-uh. A popular variation of this name is Philly. While not extremely common, Philadelphia has been given to a handful of newborns in the United States throughout the years, demonstrating its enduring appeal as a distinctive choice for parents seeking an unconventional yet meaningful name for their little girl.
How to pronounce Philadelphia
English
- Pronounced fil-uh-DEL-fee-uh /fɪˈlədəlˈfiːə/