Philips
boy namePhilips entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #3175 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#3175
peak (1938)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4151 |
| 1930s | #3175 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
| 2010s | #12156 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Philips are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Philips alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Philips in 2025?
- Philips is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Philips most popular?
- Philips peaked in 1938, reaching #3175 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Philips with classmates?
- Philips will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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