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Ferry vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ferry Rank #32,658
Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferry or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Ferry and Philip mean?

Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Ferry and Philip boy or girl names?

Ferry is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

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