Phillip vs Royce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phillip

Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

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Phillip Rank #627

Royce Rank #463

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #627 for Phillip.

Is Phillip or Royce more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Royce mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Phillip and Royce boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.