Filipa
fee-LEE-pah
Filipa is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “The feminine form of Philip, derived from the Greek 'philippos,' meaning 'lover of horses.'”, and peaked in popularity in 2023.
What Filipa Means
“The feminine form of Philip, derived from the Greek 'philippos,' meaning 'lover of horses.'”
The Story of Filipa
Imagine a name that gallops with spirit and intelligence, a name fit for someone destined to lead.
Filipa is the graceful feminine form of Philip, a name with proud Greek origins. It derives from 'philippos,' a combination of 'philos' meaning 'lover' and 'hippos' meaning 'horse'.
You envision your daughter as a young woman of strong character and a keen mind, someone who approaches life with both grace and determination. This name suggests a deep love for life and the pursuit of knowledge, coupled with a warm heart.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Filipe Nyusi
President of Mozambique since 2015
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 2023
Total Births
16
First Recorded
2014
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