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Hipolito

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Hipolito is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Hipolito is a Spanish and Portuguese form of Hippolytus, a Greek name meaning "horse loosener" or "one who unties horses."”. It currently ranks #11403 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1974.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginGreek

What Hipolito Means

Hipolito is a Spanish and Portuguese form of Hippolytus, a Greek name meaning "horse loosener" or "one who unties horses."

The Story of Hipolito

This name, echoing from ancient Greek myth, carries the spirited freedom of a horse on the open plain.

Hipolito is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the Greek Hippolytus, a name steeped in legend. It translates to 'horse loosener' or 'one who unties horses,' evoking images of freedom and mastery over powerful steeds. This name has a long history, prominent in ancient Greece and adopted into Iberian cultures.

To say 'Hipolito' is to invoke a sense of bold independence and spirited courage, like the untamed energy of a powerful horse. This name suggests a child who will be courageous and loyal, possessing a determined spirit. When you imagine calling this name across a distance, it carries a resonance of strength and a deep connection to the wild, untethered heart.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

CourageousIndependentLoyalDetermined

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#37 in 1974

Total Births

1,917

First Recorded

1904

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