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Phillip vs Danny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phillip

Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#627
Total SSA Count
450
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Danny

Boy #642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my judge"

Origin: Hebrew (Daniyel)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#642
Total SSA Count
435
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Phillip Rank #627
Danny Rank #642

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #642 for Danny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phillip or Danny more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Danny at #642 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Danny mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin).

Are Phillip and Danny boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Danny is primarily a boy name.

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