Philander
ph(i)-lan-der,
phil(a)-nder
Popularity:12207
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Loving mankind
With Greek origins, the masculine moniker Philander means “loving mankind,” and will certainly help baby embrace kindness, empathy, and generosity. With a name like this, little Phil is sure to become a champion of the people around them. Although, it must be noted that this name has come to have some negative connotations in the English language, due to its similarity to the word ‘philanderer.’ Some notable namesakes include American journalist Philander Chase Johnson and South African cricketer Vernon Darryl Philander.
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