Chester vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Chester Rank #1,657
Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #1657 for Chester.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chester ___

  • Chester James
  • Chester Allen
  • Chester Lee
  • Chester William
  • Chester Arthur
  • Chester John

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 Chester

Eleanor Harriet George Mabel Clarence

If you choose Philip

Edward Henry Catherine Alexandra George

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chester or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Chester at #1657 in the United States.

What do Chester and Philip mean?

Chester means "fortress, walled Roman camp" (Latin origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Chester and Philip boy or girl names?

Chester is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons

Philip vs Chester Chester vs Shivansh Chester vs Mahir Chester vs Kasper Chester vs Devansh
← Full profile: Chester ← Full profile: Philip Browse all baby names