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Philip

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Meaning

"Lover of Horses"

Philip is a Greek name historically borne by rulers and saints, built from elements meaning fondness for horses.

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Popularity History of Philip

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#521Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#521

Philip was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-22

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Philip Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Philip.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Philip

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Famous Philips

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    Prince Philip
    Duke of Edinburgh and consort to Queen Elizabeth II
  • P
    Philip Glass
    American composer and pioneer of minimalist music

Quick Facts

OriginGreek
Syllables2
Length6 letters

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