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Pippa
Pronounced PIHP-uh /ˈpɪp.ə/Medium
Meaning: lover of horsesMedium
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
Pippa grew as a nickname for Philippa, the feminine of a Greek name meaning 'lover of horses'. Trimmed to two crisp syllables, it has long since stood on its own. Fuller relatives include Philippa itself along with Filippa and the French Philippine.
The double-p gives Pippa a playful, bouncy sound that suits its informal origins. Bearers include actress Pippa Guard and Olympic equestrian Pippa Funnell.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Pippa Guard (1952–present)British stage and television actress.
- ★Pippa Funnell (1968–present)British Olympic medallist equestrian eventing rider.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Pippa mean?
Pippa means 'lover of horses', a Greek sense it inherits as an English diminutive of Philippa.
How do you pronounce Pippa?
It's commonly said PIHP-uh /ˈpɪp.ə/.
Is Pippa a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Pippa is used as a girl name.
How popular is Pippa?
In 2024, Pippa ranked #2475 in the U.S. for girls, with 73 births recorded.