Filib is a Scottish Gaelic form of Philip, borrowed into the Gaelic-speaking regions of Scotland. The name Philip itself derives from the Greek Φίλιππος (Philippos), meaning "friend of horses," composed of philos ("friend, lover") and hippos ("horse"). This etymology reflects the cultural importance of horses in ancient Greek society.Filib belongs to a group of Gaelic adaptations of biblical and common European names that were introduced to Scotland through Christianity and later through cultural contact. In Scotland, where Gaelic was historically spoken in the Highlands and Islands, names like Filib were adopted and phonetically adapted to fit Gaelic pronunciation and orthography.The root name Philip has a rich history, borne by five kings of Macedon, including Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. In the New Testament, Philip was the name of two figures regarded as saints: one of the twelve apostles and Philip the Deacon, an early Christian evangelist. The name spread widely in Europe during the Middle Ages, especially through French and Spanish royalty.Related forms include Filip and Felip in other languages. Filib itself is relatively rare today, even in Scotland, where its usage is mostly historical or regional.