Names That Mean Affectionate
By Nameberry
Updated Thu Nov 30 2023
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- Philemon
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"kiss"Description:
Rarely heard New Testament name -- he was a friend of Saint Paul -- that might conceivably stand up to modern usage.
- Philémon
Origin:
French from GreekMeaning:
"kiss"Description:
French form of Philemon, as rare and archaic in France as it is for English speakers.
- Philomon
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"affectionate"Description:
Also written as Philemon, this New Testament character was a recipient of Paul's epistles.
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