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Philipp

FIL-ip

Popularity

#8774

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

981

Peak Year

#25 in 1997

First Recorded

1918

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

A German variation of Philip, from the Greek name 'Philippos', meaning 'lover of horses'.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Philipp Plein

    German fashion designer known for luxury streetwear.

  • Philipp Lahm

    Former German professional footballer and World Cup-winning captain.

Nicknames

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

Lover of horsesNobleAmbitiousStrong

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