Filipa
“friend of horses.” — Associated with strength and nobility
Portuguese-speaking countries origin · Girl name
#13990US 2023
6Births / yr
↑Rising
5All-time births
📅 Since 201400
How to pronounce Filipa
fee·LEE·puh
/fiː.ˈliː.pə/ · stress on LEE · 3 syllables
“friend of horses.”
Associated with strength and nobility · Portuguese-speaking countries origin
What does Filipa mean and where does it come from?
Filipa is a feminine form of the name Felipe, which has Greek origins, derived from 'Philippus,' meaning 'friend of horses.' In Portuguese-speaking countries, Filipa has been a popular name since the Middle Ages and reflects cultural values associated with strength and nobility. The name is commonly
Cultural significance
Filipa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of portuguese.
Peak popularity
Reached #18925 in 2014 — currently #13990 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Filipa?
Filipa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Filipa Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Filipa Rose
Floral · soft ending
Filipa Mae
Sweet · timeless
Filipa Claire
French influence · crisp
Filipa Jane
Literary · strong
Filipa Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Filipa right now?
Rising fast — up 2051 spots — currently #13990 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Filipa
Filipa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2014. With 5 total births recorded, Filipa remains relatively uncommon.
Names that peaked alongside Filipa in 2014:
Filipa has only 5 total recorded births since 2014 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Filipa?
ENGLISH
Pippa
GERMAN
Philippina
ANCIENT GREEK
Philippos
BIBLICAL GREEK
Philippos
What names sound and feel like Filipa?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Filipa also consider these
How is Filipa written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Filipa?
Philippos ANCIENT GREEKPhilippos BIBLICAL GREEKPhilippus BIBLICAL LATINPhilip BIBLICALFilip BULGARIANFelip CATALANFilip CROATIANFilip CZECHFilip DANISHPhilip DANISHFilip DUTCHFilippus DUTCHFlip DUTCHPhilip DUTCHPhil ENGLISHPhilip ENGLISHPhillip ENGLISHPip ENGLISHFilip FINNISHVilppu FINNISHPhilippe FRENCHPhilipp GERMANFilippos GREEKFilip HUNGARIANFülöp HUNGARIANPilib IRISHFilippo ITALIANFilips LATVIANPilypas LITHUANIANFilip MACEDONIANPiripi MAORIFilip NORWEGIANPhilip NORWEGIANFilippu OLD CHURCH SLAVICFilip POLISHBRAZILIAN(Felipe PORTUGUESEFelipinho PORTUGUESEFilipe PORTUGUESEFilip ROMANIANFilipp RUSSIANFilib SCOTTISHFilip SERBIANFilip SLOVAKFilip SLOVENEFelipe SPANISHFilip SWEDISHPhilip SWEDISHPylyp UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name Filipa
What does the name Filipa mean?
Filipa means "Portuguese" — a name rooted in Portuguese-speaking countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Filipa?
Filipa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Filipa have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Filipa?
Filipa originates from Portuguese-speaking countries tradition. Portuguese-speaking countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Filipa?
Filipa is a three-syllable name pronounced F IY0 L IY1 P AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Filipa?
Filipa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Portuguese-speaking countries heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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