Phillip vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phillip

Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

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Phillip Rank #627

Salem Rank #635

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #635 for Salem.

Is Phillip or Salem more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Salem at #635 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Salem mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Phillip and Salem boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.