Phillip

Male

Meaning

Lover Of Horses

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈfɪlɪp/

Traits associated with the name Phillip:

Dogs named Phillip tend to be loving, industrious, loyal, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Phillip?

Naming your dog Phillip suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a classic, timeless style. It could also suggest that you are a loyal and dependable person.

Is Phillip a good dog name?

Phillip has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Phillip isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

6,965
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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
2,127
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Phillip is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Phillip was, in the past month, the 6860th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Phillip is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Phillip was viewed 31 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Phillip's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Phillip is most adored in New York, California and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Oregon and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Phillip.

Most popular breeds named Phillip:

  1. Shih Tzu
  2. Pointer
  3. Border Collie
  4. Poodle
  5. Labrador Retriever

Phillip is found in these categories:

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Historically favored by royals, this moniker lacks modern canine trendiness.

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Phillip dog name meaning

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