How Many People Are Named Philip?
people in the United States are named Philip
1 in 972 people has this name
Popularity Rank
⭐ Uncommon
Population Percentage
Of US population
Peak Year
6,288 births
Trend
Stable
📖 Name Origin & Meaning
Meaning:
From the Greek name Φιλιππος (Philippos) which means "friend of horses", composed of the elements φιλος (philos) "friend, lover" and ‘ιππος (hippos) "horse". This was the name of five kings of Macedon, including Philip II the father of Alexander the Great. The name appears in the New Testament belonging to two people who are regarded as saints. First, one of the twelve apostles, and second, an early figure in the Christian church known as Philip the Deacon.... [more]
⚧ Gender Distribution
This name is Primarily Male
👥 Age Distribution
Average Age: 66.2 years old
📈 Popularity Over Time
Births per year from 1880 to 2024
📍 State-Wise Distribution
💡 Fun Facts About "Philip"
- 586 babies were named Philip in 2024
- Most popular in the year 1953
- Currently stable in popularity
- First recorded in 1880
- Most popular in New York
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