Amelia vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#522
Total SSA Count
586
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Phil, Pip

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Philip Rank #522

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #522 for Philip.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Philip ___

  • Philip James
  • Philip Henry
  • Philip William
  • Philip Edward
  • Philip Alexander
  • Philip Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Philip

Edward Henry Catherine Alexandra George

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Philip more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Philip mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Philip boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

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