Philip: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A lover of horses, free and spirited.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #451
- Peak
- #52 in 1941
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Philip Means
Philip is a boy name of English origin. A lover of horses, free and spirited.
How Popular Philip Is
Philip currently ranks #451 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #52 in 1941. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Philip
- Philip broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #52 in 1941.
- Philip has been a top 100 name across 163+ years of American history.
- Philip is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Philip
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Sibling Names for Philip
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Questions About Philip
What does Philip mean?
Philip is a boy name of English origin. A lover of horses, free and spirited.
How popular is Philip?
Philip currently ranks #451 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #52 in 1941. It has held steady.
Where does Philip come from?
Philip comes from English roots. Philip broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #52 in 1941.
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