Philip vs Apollo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #415 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"strength, manly beauty"

Origin: Greek

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Philip Rank #522

Apollo Rank #415

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Philip or Apollo more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Apollo mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Philip and Apollo boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.