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Argus vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Argus

Boy #14,142 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"all-seeing, vigilant"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Roman

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,142
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Argus Rank #14,142
Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #14142 for Argus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Argus or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Argus at #14142 in the United States.

What do Argus and Phillip mean?

Argus means "all-seeing, vigilant" (Greek origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Argus and Phillip boy or girl names?

Argus is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.

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