Philip vs Kane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"battle, warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Philip Rank #522

Kane Rank #432

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Philip or Kane more popular?

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Kane mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Kane means "battle, warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Philip and Kane boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Kane is primarily a boy name.