Philip vs Marco

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marco

Boy #387 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American Croatian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#387
Total SSA Count
840
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Philip Rank #522
Marco Rank #387

Marco is more popular, ranked #387 vs #522 for Philip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Philip or Marco more popular?

Marco is more popular, ranked #387 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Marco mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Marco means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Philip and Marco boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Marco is primarily a boy name.

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