Phillip Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Phillip Name at a Glance

Name	Phillip
Meaning	Fond of horses. One of the biblical 12 apostles.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Phillip Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Phillip means “Fond of horses. One of the biblical 12 apostles”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Phillip Name Origin

Our database records Phillip under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Phillip a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Phillip is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Phillip

When considering Phillip for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.