Salem vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Salem

Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Salem Rank #635

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #635 for Salem.

Is Salem or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Salem at #635 in the United States.

What do Salem and Philip mean?

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

Are Salem and Philip boy or girl names?

Salem is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.