Leonard vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leonard

Boy #674 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"brave lion, lion-strong"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Leonard Rank #674

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #674 for Leonard.

Is Leonard or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Leonard at #674 in the United States.

What do Leonard and Philip mean?

Leonard means "brave lion, lion-strong" (Germanic origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Leonard and Philip boy or girl names?

Leonard is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.