Phillip

Phillip is a spelling of Philip, a name from Greek elements meaning lover of horses. The double l is a written variation rather than a new etymology. It belongs to the same longstanding international name family as Philip, French Philippe, and several forms spelled with an initial f.

Phil and Pip are established shorter options. Philip is the closest comparison, normally identical in English pronunciation, while Filip makes the opening sound more direct on paper. A family honor may depend on preserving the doubled l, especially when matching existing records. The full two-syllable name can also be used without choosing a nickname.