Phillip vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phillip

Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Phillip Rank #627

Chris Rank #651

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Phillip or Chris more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Chris mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Phillip and Chris boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.