Philip vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Philip Rank #522

Chris Rank #651

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Philip or Chris more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Philip and Chris mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Philip and Chris boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.