Frederick vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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8 High Risk

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Frederick Rank #424

Philip Rank #522

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Frederick or Philip more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Philip mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Frederick and Philip boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.