Johan vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Johan

Boy #537 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Johan Rank #537

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #537 for Johan.

Is Johan or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Johan at #537 in the United States.

What do Johan and Philip mean?

Johan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Johan and Philip boy or girl names?

Johan is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.