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BoyPronounced English /fɪ.ˈli.mən/; English /faɪ.ˈli.mən/

Philémon

A name meaning "affectionate".

Quick answer

Philémon is a boy name meaning "affectionate".

Pronunciation: English /fɪ.ˈli.mən/; English /faɪ.ˈli.mən/.

GenderBoy
Meaningaffectionate
PronunciationEnglish /fɪ.ˈli.mən/; English /faɪ.ˈli.mən/

Meaning and history

The name means "affectionate" in Greek, a derivative of φίλημα (philema) meaning "kiss". Philemon was the recipient of one of Paul 's epistles in the New Testament.

Notes and context

Usage: biblical, biblical latin, biblical greek, ancient greek | Ancient Greek: Φιλήμων