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Phillipa

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Pronounced FIL-ih-pah /ˈfɪl.ɪ.pə/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Philippa, the feminine of Philip (Greek Philippos, 'lover of horses,' from philos, 'loving,' + hippos, 'horse'). Classic and elegant, noted honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A classic feminine of Philip: Phillipa means 'lover of horses' (said 'FIL-ih-pah'). Elegant and vintage.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningA spelling of Philippa, the feminine of Philip (Greek Philippos, 'lover of horses,' from philos, 'loving,' + hippos, 'horse'). Classic and elegant, noted honestly.

U.S. rank (2021)#17081 ↘ Falling

2021 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 108

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

Phillipa is a form of Philippa, feminine of Philip, 'lover of horses.' It reads classic and vintage-elegant — rare in the U.S. (said 'FIL-ih-pah').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, classic, and elegant.

Did you know? Phillipa is a spelling of Philippa, the feminine of Philip — Greek for 'lover of horses' (philos, 'loving,' + hippos, 'horse') — a classic, elegant name, noted honestly (said 'FIL-ih-pah').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Phillipa — feminine of Philip; 'lover of horses'

Variations

PhilippaPhilipaPippa

Nicknames

PippaPhilly

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Phillipa mean?

Phillipa is a feminine of Philip, meaning 'lover of horses.'

How do you pronounce Phillipa?

It's said FIL-ih-pah /ˈfɪl.ɪ.pə/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Phillipa a boy or girl name?

Phillipa is a girl's name.

How popular is Phillipa?

Phillipa is an extremely rare name in the U.S.