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The surname Phillips has its origin in the Greek name Philippos, which means "lover of horses". The name became popular in Britain after the Norman Conquest in 1066. The first recorded use of the surname Phillips was in the 13th century in the county of Cornwall in southwest England.

Many Phillips families of Irish descent can trace their ancestry back to Welsh settlers who came to Ireland in the 16th century. These settlers were known as "Cambro-Normans" and were descendants of the Norman invaders of Wales. They were given land in Ireland by the English monarchy as a way of expanding their control over the island.

Over time, the Phillips family became prominent in Ireland, with many members serving as merchants, farmers, and soldiers. One notable member of the family was Sir John Phillips, who served as Lord Mayor of Dublin in the 17th century.

During the Irish potato famine of the 1840s, many Phillips families emigrated from Ireland to the United States and Canada in search of a better life. Today, there are many descendants of Irish Phillips families living in North America.

In summary, the surname Phillips has its roots in ancient Greece but became popular in Britain after the Norman Conquest. Many Phillips families of Irish descent can trace their ancestry back to Welsh settlers who came to Ireland in the 16th century. The family became prominent in Ireland, with many members serving as merchants, farmers, and soldiers, and many emigrated to North America during the Irish potato famine.

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