Philip vs Wilder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

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Philip Rank #522

Wilder Rank #391

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Philip or Wilder more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Wilder mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Philip and Wilder boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.