Bobbie vs Philippa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philippa

Girl #2,636 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses, friend to horses"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Greek Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,636
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Pippa, Phil, Pip

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bobbie Rank #2,654
Philippa Rank #2,636

Philippa is more popular, ranked #2636 vs #2654 for Bobbie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bobbie ___

  • Bobbie Jo
  • Bobbie Jean
  • Bobbie Ann
  • Bobbie Mae
  • Bobbie Ray
  • Bobbie Sue

Philippa ___

  • Philippa Rose
  • Philippa Anne
  • Philippa Jane
  • Philippa Catherine
  • Philippa Margaret
  • Philippa Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bobbie

Billie Jimmy Frankie Ronnie Georgie

If you choose Philippa

Georgiana Edmund Cecily Hugo Arabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bobbie or Philippa more popular?

Philippa is more popular, ranked #2636 compared to Bobbie at #2654 in the United States.

What do Bobbie and Philippa mean?

Bobbie means "bright fame" (Old High German origin). Philippa means "lover of horses, friend to horses" (Greek origin).

Are Bobbie and Philippa boy or girl names?

Bobbie is primarily a girl name. Philippa is primarily a girl name.

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