Philip vs Reece

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, ardent"

Origin: Old Welsh

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Philip Rank #522

Reece Rank #455

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Philip or Reece more popular?

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Reece mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Philip and Reece boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Reece is primarily a boy name.