Philip vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #543 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"manly, strong, courageous"

Origin: Greek

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12 High Risk

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Philip Rank #522

Drew Rank #543

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #543 for Drew.

Is Philip or Drew more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Philip and Drew mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Philip and Drew boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.