Ronald vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ronald

Boy #576 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler's counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Ronald Rank #576

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #576 for Ronald.

Is Ronald or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Ronald at #576 in the United States.

What do Ronald and Philip mean?

Ronald means "ruler's counsel" (Old Norse origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Ronald and Philip boy or girl names?

Ronald is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.