Edgar vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Phillip Rank #627

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #627 for Phillip.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edgar ___

  • Edgar James
  • Edgar Allan
  • Edgar William
  • Edgar Thomas
  • Edgar Joseph
  • Edgar Lee

Phillip ___

  • Phillip James
  • Phillip John
  • Phillip Thomas
  • Phillip Michael
  • Phillip Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edgar

Edmund Arthur Clement Adelaide Vivienne

If you choose Phillip

William Elizabeth Catherine Andrew Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Phillip more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Phillip mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Edgar and Phillip boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.

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