Pippin
PIP-in
Pippin is a unisex name of Germanic origin, meaning “Derived from the Germanic name Pippin or Pippo, a diminutive of names starting with 'Pep-', possibly meaning 'apple'. Famous as the name of a hobbit.”. It currently ranks #11866 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.
What Pippin Means
“Derived from the Germanic name Pippin or Pippo, a diminutive of names starting with 'Pep-', possibly meaning 'apple'. Famous as the name of a hobbit.”
The Story of Pippin
Consider a name that brings to mind hobbit-like loyalty, cheerful adventures, and a heart as steady as the earth.
Of Germanic origin, Pippin, or Pippo, is a diminutive form possibly meaning 'apple'. It gained prominence through J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved hobbit, Pippin Took, first appearing in records around 2009.
For your child, Pippin suggests a companion who is unfailingly loyal and cheerfully adventurous. You envision a steadfast spirit, someone who finds joy in simple pleasures and faces life's journeys with a reliable heart.
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The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Pippin Took
Loyal hobbit companion in J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings'.
Pippin Franklin
Character in the novel 'The Children of Time'.
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Peak Year
#17 in 2022
Total Births
110
First Recorded
2009
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