Philip
boy name#527 in 2025Philip entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #52 in 1941, ranks #527 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#527
rank today
#52
peak (1941)
568
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #89 |
| 1890s | #87 |
| 1900s | #86 |
| 1910s | #71 |
| 1920s | #72 |
| 1930s | #68 |
| 1940s | #57 |
| 1950s | #62 |
| 1960s | #82 |
| 1970s | #90 |
| 1980s | #86 |
| 1990s | #170 |
| 2000s | #318 |
| 2010s | #416 |
| 2020s | #490 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Philip has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 214,000 people named Philip are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Philip alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Philip in 2025?
- Philip ranks #527 among US boy names in 2025, with 568 babies given the name.
- When was the name Philip most popular?
- Philip peaked in 1941, reaching #52 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Philip with classmates?
- Philip will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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