Philistines Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Philistines Name at a Glance

Name	Philistines
Meaning	Those who dwell in villages.
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Philistines Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Philistines means “Those who dwell in villages”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Philistines Name Origin

Our database records Philistines under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Philistines a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Philistines is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Philistines

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