Phillip

Rank 575th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Phillip was 575th most popular baby name for boys and 1,150th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 510 babies were named Phillip in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 6,579 babies in the United States were named Phillip. Today, the average age of someone named Phillip is around 51 to 54 years old.

The name "Phillip" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Phillip is Phil.

Phillip Meaning & Origin

The name Phillip is of Greek origin and it means "lover of horses," symbolizing strength, loyalty, and steadfastness.

The name Phillip is described as reliable, sophisticated and admirable.

Pronunciation

Phillip is pronounced phil-lip in English. The name Phillip has 7 letters and 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Phillip

  • The name Phillip is shared by several characters in the works of William Shakespeare, including King Phillip of France in "King John," Phillip the Bastard (also in "King John"), and Sir Phillip Montford in "Henry IV, Part I."

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Geography

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