Filomena
Filomena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Lover of song, or beloved strength.
Origin and history
Filomena is a classic name of Greek origin derived from elements meaning 'friend' or 'lover' and 'song' or 'courage'. Popular in Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish cultures, it historically gained visibility in Western Europe through Saint Philomena. In the United States, it remains a vintage choice with modest, steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
5,550 babies in the United States have been named Filomena since 1880. It ranks #2301 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1914.
States where it is most popular
- NY (57.6 %)
- NJ (15.7 %)
- PA (7.7 %)
- RI (6 %)
- MA (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 28 |
| 1890-1900 | 127 |
| 1900-1910 | 433 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,231 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,577 |
| 1930-1940 | 531 |
| 1940-1950 | 222 |
| 1950-1960 | 224 |
| 1960-1970 | 305 |
| 1970-1980 | 240 |
| 1980-1990 | 112 |
| 1990-2000 | 58 |
| 2000-2010 | 87 |
| 2010-2019 | 188 |
| 2020-2029 | 187 |
Famous people named Filomena
- Filomena Tobias: Philanthropist, Socialite
Nicknames
Filo, Mena
Fun facts
- The name combines the Greek elements 'philos' (friend/lover) and 'melos' (song) or 'menos' (mind/strength).
- In English-speaking countries, the variant Philomena is historically more common than the spelling Filomena.