Phillips
boy namePhillips entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #1083 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
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rank today
#1083
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1144 |
| 1910s | #1914 |
| 1920s | #1958 |
| 1930s | #1706 |
| 1940s | #1816 |
| 1950s | #2025 |
| 1960s | #2441 |
| 1970s | #3549 |
| 1980s | #3669 |
| 1990s | #5716 |
| 2000s | #8257 |
| 2010s | #10719 |
| 2020s | #10955 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Phillips are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Phillips alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Phillips in 2025?
- Phillips is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Phillips most popular?
- Phillips peaked in 1909, reaching #1083 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Phillips with classmates?
- Phillips will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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