Philip
Meaning: Lover of horses — a name of depth
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Rank in Sweden: #56
Total births: 6,401
History: Philip peaked in Sweden in the 2000s. Prince Carl Philip of Sweden keeps the name royal. The English spelling (vs. Swedish Filip) represents internationally-minded Swedish families who chose the global version.
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| Current rank (2022) | #95 |
| Babies named Philip in 2022 | 127 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 6,401 |
| Peak year | 1998 (465 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #31 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 21 spots |
Frequently asked about Philip
What does the name Philip mean?
Philip means “Lover of horses — a name of depth” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Philip?
Philip has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Lover of horses — a name of depth”.
How popular is Philip in Sweden?
Philip ranked #95 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 127 babies that year.
When was Philip most popular?
Philip peaked in 1998 with 465 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Philip a boy or girl name?
Philip is predominantly a boys' name in Sweden — over 90% of Philips in registered births are male.
Is the name Philip rising or falling in popularity?
Philip has fallen 21 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #74 in 2017 to #95 in 2022.
How long has Philip been recorded in Sweden?
Philip appears in birth records in Sweden across 25 years — from 1998 through 2022.