Philomena Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Philomena Name at a Glance

Name	Philomena
Meaning	Greatly loved.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Philomena Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Philomena means “Greatly loved”. 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.

Philomena Name Origin

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

Is Philomena a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Philomena

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