Starting and Ending in P

Philip, the name of one of the 12 apostles, is still favored by parents in search of a solid boys' classic that is less neutral than Robert or John and more distinctive than Daniel or Matthew and has many historic, royal ties.

Spelling variation of Philip. Exactly as many baby boys were named with the single 'l' spelling in 2017.

The original Pip was the main character in Great Expectations (full name Philip Pirrip). Cute for a tike, maybe too cute for an adult.

One of the more familiar Hindu choices, with built-in depth and a suggestion of enlightenment.