Alvin vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Alvin Rank #792

Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #792 for Alvin.

Is Alvin or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Alvin and Phillip mean?

Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Alvin and Phillip boy or girl names?

Alvin is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.