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Phillip vs Roberto

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roberto

Boy #554 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame, shining glory"

Origin: Germanic Hrodebert

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#554
Total SSA Count
538
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Phillip Rank #627
Roberto Rank #554

Roberto is more popular, ranked #554 vs #627 for Phillip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phillip or Roberto more popular?

Roberto is more popular, ranked #554 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Roberto mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Roberto means "bright fame, shining glory" (Germanic Hrodebert origin).

Are Phillip and Roberto boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Roberto is primarily a boy name.

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