Boy Name · English Origin
Philipp
Considering Philipp? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Peaceful spirit", rooted in English naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Philippe.
Philipp meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Peaceful spirit
Origin: English naming roots help connect Philipp to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Philipp as P·H·I·L·I·P·P, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Philipp is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Philipp variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Philippa, Philippe, Philippy, Philip.
- Nicknames: Phil and P.
- Middle names: Pair Philipp with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Philipp middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Philippe, Phillipe, Phillip, Philip, Phillips — full picks on the sibling names for Philipp guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Philipp? Browse our names like Philipp guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Philipp
What does the name Philipp mean?
Philipp means "Peaceful spirit" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Philipp?
Philipp originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Philipp?
Philipp has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Philipp a boy's or girl's name?
Philipp is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Philipp in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Philipp sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Philipp?
Names that share Philipp's sound and style include Philippe, Phillipe, Phillip, Philip, Phillips.
What middle names pair well with Philipp?
Good middle-name fits for Philipp pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Philipp is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Philipp is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Philipp?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Philipp share its rhythm without rhyming — Philippe, Phillipe, Phillip all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.