Phillip vs Murphy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phillip

Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #815 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea warrior"

Origin: Old Irish

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Phillip Rank #627

Murphy Rank #815

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #815 for Murphy.

Is Phillip or Murphy more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Murphy at #815 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Murphy mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Murphy means "sea warrior" (Old Irish origin).

Are Phillip and Murphy boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Murphy is primarily a boy name.