Filadelfia

A Irish name with cultural significance
Irish origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1737US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Filadelfia mean and where does it come from?

Filadelfia is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Filadelfia carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1737 in 2015 — currently #1737 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Filadelfia?

Filadelfia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Filadelfia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Filadelfia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Filadelfia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Filadelfia Claire
French influence · crisp
Filadelfia Jane
Literary · strong
Filadelfia Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Filadelfia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1737 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1737 · Top 1.3%
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2023#173710stable
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💎Filadelfia is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Filadelfia?

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Famous people named Filadelfia

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Filadelfia (Irish saint)
Filadelfia helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
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Filadelfia (Irish poet or writer)
Filadelfia used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Filadelfia (Irish revolutionary)
Filadelfia carried this name during Ireland's struggle for independence, giving it a spirit of courage.
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Filadelfia (traditional Irish musician)
Filadelfia passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.
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Common questions about the name Filadelfia

What does the name Filadelfia mean?
Filadelfia means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Filadelfia?
Filadelfia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Filadelfia?
Filadelfia originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Filadelfia?
Filadelfia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Irish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Filadelfia a common or rare name?
Filadelfia is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.