TheNameDBPhillips
MasculineMeaning
Son of Philip, derived from the Greek name meaning 'lover of horses'.
Etymology
Phillips is a patronymic surname formed from the given name Philip by adding the English possessive suffix '-s'. Philip itself derives from Greek 'philippos' (lover of horses).
About the Name Phillips
Phillips is primarily a surname but has been used as a given name, particularly in English-speaking regions. It derives from the apostle Philip and shares the classical Greek etymology of the Philip family of names.