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Tanner vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tanner

Boy #443 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who tans leather hides"

Origin: Old English (tannere)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#443
Total SSA Count
711
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tanner Rank #443
Phillip Rank #627

Tanner is more popular, ranked #443 vs #627 for Phillip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tanner or Phillip more popular?

Tanner is more popular, ranked #443 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Tanner and Phillip mean?

Tanner means "one who tans leather hides" (Old English (tannere) origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Tanner and Phillip boy or girl names?

Tanner is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.

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