Phillip vs Saul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phillip

Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #560 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"asked for, prayed for"

Origin: Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל)

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Phillip Rank #627

Saul Rank #560

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 vs #627 for Phillip.

Is Phillip or Saul more popular?

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Saul mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Phillip and Saul boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.