Philander

The meaning of Philander is ‘lover of mankind’. It is a name typically given to boys and is of Greek origin. It comes from the Greek words ‘philos', meaning ‘beloved’ or ‘loving’ and ‘andros’, which means ‘man’ or ‘man-friend'. In English,‘phile’ is a suffix that is synonymous with ‘fondness of’. Today, the English meaning of Philander is closely synonymous with the term ‘casa nova’. It is considered a variant of the Greek name Philandros which is the name of a Greek mythological figure. Philandros was the son of Apollo and the nymph Akakallis. It is also the scientific name of the genus, Philander opossum. These Greek terms are believed to have inspired the term 'philanthropy.' It comes from the word ‘philanthrōpos’ where ‘phil’ means ‘love for’ and ‘humanity'. Similarly, the term 'philanthropy' may also mean 'love for humanity'. Vernon Darryl Philander was a well-known South African cricketer and a gifted bowler. Philander announced his retirement in early 2020, bringing an end to his illustrious bowling career.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

loving mankind

Origin

Greek

Numerology

P is for polite, naturally!

H is for happiness, you always bring.

I is for ideals, no higher!

L is for listen, one of your best traits.

A is for accord, the harmony you spread.

N is for natural, the genuine side of you.

D is for dependable, on you I can rely.

E is for excellence, your passion, your drive.

R is for reasonable, your understanding way.

Lucky

Philander lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Philander

• Philander Chase Knox US Senator and Secretary of State
• Philander Chase Johnson American journalist
• Philander Chase American bishop and pioneer
• Philander Priestly Claxton American educator
• Philander Smith American real estate agent and philanthropist