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Filippa

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Pronounced fih-LIP-ah /fɪˈlɪp.ə/Medium

Meaning: The Scandinavian/Italian feminine of Philip, from the Greek Philippos, 'lover of horses' (philos, 'loving,' + hippos, 'horse'). A crisp, classic name.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp classic: Filippa means 'lover of horses' (said 'fih-LIP-ah'). Feminine of Philip, spirited and elegant.

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Origin MediumGreek, Scandinavian, Italian

MeaningThe Scandinavian/Italian feminine of Philip, from the Greek Philippos, 'lover of horses' (philos, 'loving,' + hippos, 'horse'). A crisp, classic name.

U.S. rank (2023)#10578 ↗ Rising

2023 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 147

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Filippa comes from the Greek for 'lover of horses,' the feminine of Philip. It reads crisp and classic - extremely rare in the U.S. (said 'fih-LIP-ah').

It is extremely rare in the U.S.

Did you know? Filippa is the Scandinavian and Italian feminine of Philip, from the Greek Philippos - 'lover of horses' (philos, 'loving,' plus hippos, 'horse') - a crisp, classic name (said 'fih-LIP-ah').

Overall data confidence 50%

References - Filippa — feminine of Philip; Greek 'lover of horses'

Variations

PhilippaFilipaPhillippa

Nicknames

FilPippa

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Filippa mean?

Filippa is the Scandinavian/Italian feminine of Philip, from Greek 'lover of horses.'

How do you pronounce Filippa?

It's said fih-LIP-ah /fɪˈlɪp.ə/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Filippa a boy or girl name?

Filippa is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Filippa?

Filippa is extremely rare in the U.S.