Philip vs Allen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Philip Rank #522

Allen Rank #574

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #574 for Allen.

Is Philip or Allen more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Philip and Allen mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin).

Are Philip and Allen boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Allen is primarily a boy name.