Phillip

Phillip is a masculine given name, a variant of Philip. The name derives from the Greek Philippos, from phileîn (to love) and hippos (horse), meaning "lover of horses." The form Phillip has been used in English since the Middle Ages, often alongside the Latinized Philip and the French Philippe. Spelling variants include Philip, Philippe, Felipe, Filip, and Filippo, with regional forms such as Filip in Balkan languages and Felipe in Spanish.

In English-speaking countries, Phillip has been most common in the 20th century; today it remains in occasional use but is less popular as a first name compared to Philip. The name is sometimes chosen to honor Saint Philip, one of the Twelve Apostles.

Notable people with the name include Phillip Schofield, a British television presenter known for hosting daytime and entertainment programs; and Phillip Phillips, an American singer who won the eleventh season of American Idol. The name is also found in fiction and history in various spellings. See also the related given name Philip for other forms and uses.