Maximilian vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Maximilian Rank #587
Phillip Rank #627

Maximilian is more popular, ranked #587 vs #627 for Phillip.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maximilian ___

  • Maximilian James
  • Maximilian Alexander
  • Maximilian Theodore
  • Maximilian William
  • Maximilian Charles
  • Maximilian Otto

Phillip ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maximilian

Sebastian Wilhelmina Beatrice Leopold Isadora

If you choose Phillip

William Elizabeth Catherine Andrew Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maximilian or Phillip more popular?

Maximilian is more popular, ranked #587 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Maximilian and Phillip mean?

Maximilian means "the greatest" (Latin (Maximus) origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Maximilian and Phillip boy or girl names?

Maximilian is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.

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