Philip vs Briar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #700 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"thorny shrub, prickly plant"

Origin: Old English

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Philip Rank #522

Briar Rank #700

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #700 for Briar.

Is Philip or Briar more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Briar at #700 in the United States.

What do Philip and Briar mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Briar means "thorny shrub, prickly plant" (Old English origin).

Are Philip and Briar boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Briar is primarily a boy name.