Stephen vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Stephen Rank #378

Philip Rank #522

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Stephen or Philip more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Philip mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Stephen and Philip boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.