Murphy vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Murphy

Boy #815 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea warrior"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Murphy Rank #815

Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #815 for Murphy.

Is Murphy or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Murphy at #815 in the United States.

What do Murphy and Phillip mean?

Murphy means "sea warrior" (Old Irish origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Murphy and Phillip boy or girl names?

Murphy is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.