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Filippo

Boy · Greek · Medium name

Meaning
Lover of horses, of the friend of horses
Pronunciation
fee-LEEP-poh
Origin
Greek

Italian form of Philip, from Greek 'philos' (love) and 'hippos' (horse).

Popularity
Common in Italy (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Greek, Italian

Commonly used in: Italy, Switzerland, United States

Alternate spellings

  • PhilipGreek / English

    English form.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Filippo Brunelleschi

    1377–1446

    Italian architect, designer of the Florence Cathedral dome.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Greek Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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