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Edwin vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#522
Total SSA Count
586
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Philip Rank #522

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #522 for Philip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Philip more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Philip mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Edwin and Philip boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

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