Philipp
FIL-ip
Popularity
#8774
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'.
Numerology
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.
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