Philip vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

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Philip Rank #522

Phillip Rank #627

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #627 for Phillip.

Is Philip or Phillip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Philip and Phillip mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Philip and Phillip boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.