Boys name · North Carolina
Philip in North Carolina
Philip was the 615th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 16 babies named Philip that year. Since 1911, North Carolina families have named 6,200 babies Philip.
Popularity over time
Philip in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 | 183rd |
| 1928 | 26 | 198th |
| 1944 | 70 | 112th |
| 1960 | 83 | 122nd |
| 1977 | 79 | 86th |
| 1993 | 55 | 143rd |
| 2009 | 18 | 479th |
| 2025 | 16 | 615th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina fell from 183rd in 1911 to 615th in 2025.
The most babies named Philip in North Carolina in a single year was 127, in 1956. Its best showing was 74th among boys names in 1981.
Across the country, Philip reached its best rank of 15th in Maine (1936). See Philip in every state →
How popular is Philip in North Carolina?
Philip was the 615th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 16 babies named Philip that year. Since 1911, North Carolina families have named 6,200 babies Philip.
How many babies are named Philip in North Carolina?
In 2025, 16 babies were named Philip in North Carolina. The most babies named Philip in North Carolina in a single year was 127, in 1956.
What is the rank of Philip in North Carolina?
Philip ranked 615th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 74th among boys names in 1981.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.