Mott vs Philmore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mott

Boy #28,455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"From Old French mote meaning a mound, hillock, or moat; a topographic surname indicating where one lived"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #28,455
Total SSA Count: 5
Syllables: 1
Formality: Casual

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Philmore Taren Weslie

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Philmore

Boy #28,426 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of the moor, dweller of the fens"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #28,426
Total SSA Count: 5
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

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Faber Clements Zerick Mott

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Popularity Comparison

Mott Rank #28,455

Philmore Rank #28,426

Philmore is more popular, ranked #28426 vs #28455 for Mott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mott or Philmore more popular?

Philmore is more popular, ranked #28426 compared to Mott at #28455 in the United States.

What do Mott and Philmore mean?

Mott means "From Old French mote meaning a mound, hillock, or moat; a topographic surname indicating where one lived" (Old French/Norman origin). Philmore means "lover of the moor, dweller of the fens" (Old English origin).

Are Mott and Philmore boy or girl names?

Mott is primarily a boy name. Philmore is primarily a boy name.

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