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Philip vs Felipe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#522
Total SSA Count
586
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Felipe

Boy #927 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#927
Total SSA Count
250
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Philip Rank #522
Felipe Rank #927

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #927 for Felipe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Philip or Felipe more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Felipe at #927 in the United States.

What do Philip and Felipe mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Felipe means "lover of horses" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Philip and Felipe boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Felipe is primarily a boy name.

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