Phillip vs Raul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rau, Raulito

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Phillip Rank #627
Raul Rank #610

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 vs #627 for Phillip.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Phillip ___

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

Raul ___

  • Raul Antonio
  • Raul Eduardo
  • Raul Miguel
  • Raul Hernández
  • Raul Gabriel
  • Raul Alejandro

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Phillip

William Elizabeth Catherine Andrew Margaret

If you choose Raul

Isabel Carmen Valentina Santiago Andrés

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phillip or Raul more popular?

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Phillip and Raul mean?

Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are Phillip and Raul boy or girl names?

Phillip is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.

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