Boy Name · English Origin
Phillips
Phillips — a boy name from the English tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Peaceful spirit", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Philbert is on your shortlist, Phillips belongs in the same conversation.
Phillips meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Peaceful spirit
Origin: English naming roots help connect Phillips to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Phillips as P·H·I·L·L·I·P·S, with 8 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Phillips is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Phillips variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Phillipsa, Phillipse, Phillipsy, Phillip.
- Nicknames: Phil and P.
- Middle names: Pair Phillips with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Phillips middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Philbert, Philippe, Phillipe, Philipp, Phillip — full picks on the sibling names for Phillips guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Phillips? Browse our names like Phillips 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 Phillips
What does the name Phillips mean?
Phillips means "Peaceful spirit" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Phillips?
Phillips originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Phillips?
Phillips has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Phillips a boy's or girl's name?
Phillips is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Phillips in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Phillips sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Phillips?
Names that share Phillips's sound and style include Philbert, Philippe, Phillipe, Philipp, Phillip.
What middle names pair well with Phillips?
Good middle-name fits for Phillips pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Phillips is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Phillips is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Phillips?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Phillips share its rhythm without rhyming — Philbert, Philippe, Phillipe all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.