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Philemon

affectionate, loving

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Name
Philemon
Origin
Greek
Gender
Male
Meaning
affectionate, loving
Detailed Meaning
A Greek name meaning 'loving' or 'kiss,' borne by a recipient of one of Paul's epistles in the New Testament. It combines classical elegance with a gentle meaning, appealing to families seeking biblical names that are less common yet historically significant.
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Philemon Name Meaning and Style

Philemon is a male name of Greek origin, meaning affectionate, loving.

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