Phillip
Phillip: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɪlɪp/
Meaning and origin of Phillip
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
A less common spelling of Philip.
How popular is Phillip?
Since 1880, 1,330 girls and 311,561 boys in the U.S. have been named Phillip (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1990 in 1950. Its highest rank for boys was #64 in 1950. In 2025 it ranked #651 for boys, with 425 babies given the name.
Names similar to Phillip
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Phillip
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Phillip FAQ
What does the name Phillip mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. A less common spelling of Philip.
What is the origin of the name Phillip?
Phillip is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Phillip?
Since 1880, 1,330 girls and 311,561 boys in the U.S. have been named Phillip (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1990 in 1950. Its highest rank for boys was #64 in 1950. In 2025 it ranked #651 for boys, with 425 babies given the name.
Is Phillip a boy or girl name?
Phillip is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,330 girls and 311,561 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.