Phillip vs Amos

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amos

Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#699
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Phillip Rank #627
Amos Rank #699

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #699 for Amos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phillip or Amos more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Amos mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Phillip and Amos boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.

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