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Jared vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jared

Boy #394 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he who descends, descent"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Mormon/LDS Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#394
Total SSA Count
828
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jared Rank #394
Philip Rank #522

Jared is more popular, ranked #394 vs #522 for Philip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jared or Philip more popular?

Jared is more popular, ranked #394 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Jared and Philip mean?

Jared means "he who descends, descent" (Hebrew origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Jared and Philip boy or girl names?

Jared is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

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