Philene is a charming and elegant name for baby girls. It has British English and American English pronunciations, both being pronounced as "fi-LEEN" (/fɪˈli:n/ in British English and /fɪˈlin/ in American English). The name Philene has its origin in Greek, derived from the word "philos," meaning love or friend. This name carries positive associations with warmth, affection, and camaraderie. It is also worth noting that Philene has a variation spelled as Philine. In terms of popularity, Philene had some occurrences in the United States in the late 1950s, with a peak of 6 occurrences in 1959. Overall, Philene is an endearing choice for parents looking for a unique yet meaningful name for their little girl.