Felipe
feh-LEE-peh
The Story of Felipe
This name galloped across ancient Greece, rode with kings, and now stands ready for your loyal, spirited son.
Felipe is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Philip, originating from the Greek Philippos, which translates to 'lover of horses.' This name was borne by several kings of Macedon, most notably Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. It journeyed across the Roman Empire, through the medieval kingdoms of Europe, and across the Atlantic with Spanish and Portuguese explorers and settlers, embedding itself deeply in Latin American and Iberian cultures, first recorded in the US in 1880.
When you call 'Felipe' across a park, it rings with warmth and a friendly charm, a name that invites connection. You envision your son as someone with a loyal heart and an innate ability to connect with others, someone who values camaraderie above all else. Whispering it, you feel a gentle strength, a steady presence that reassures you of his kind and responsible nature.
What It Means
“The Spanish and Portuguese form of Philip, from the Greek Philippos meaning 'lover of horses'.”
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Felipe VI of Spain
King of Spain since 2014
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#606 in 1993
Total Births
31,710
First Recorded
1880
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