Trace vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Trace Rank #705

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #705 for Trace.

Is Trace or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Trace at #705 in the United States.

What do Trace and Philip mean?

Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Trace and Philip boy or girl names?

Trace is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.