Howard vs Philip
Comparing Howard and Philip? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Howard ranks in the Top 250 tier and traces to Germanic naming roots (meaning "Brave heart"). Philip sits in the Top 250 tier with Greek origins (meaning "Lover of horses").
Howard
- Meaning: Brave heart
- Origin: Germanic
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Howard name page
Philip
- Meaning: Lover of horses
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Philip name page
Which name is more popular: Howard or Philip?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Howard ranks higher (Top 250) than Philip (Top 250).