Hugh vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Hugh Rank #765

Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #765 for Hugh.

Is Hugh or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Phillip mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Hugh and Phillip boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.