Philip

Q: What is the origin of Philip?

Philip is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Philip?

According to the latest SSA data, Philip is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Philip a girl name?

Philip is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Lover of Horses"

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

Themes:horsesgreekclassicroyal

Royal Regal Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Philip

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Philip did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Philip Nicknames

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

9 ideas

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phie

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pho

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iliy

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AN-uh

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AN-juh-luh

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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
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Philip Glass
American composer and pioneer of minimalist music

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Philip mean?

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

What is the origin of Philip?

Philip is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Philip?

According to the latest SSA data, Philip is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Philip a girl name?

Philip is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Philip?

Popular nicknames for Philip include Phil, phil, phie, pho, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Philip?

There are many names similar to Philip in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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Philip has Greek roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Greek baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

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