Filippo

“lover of horses” — Associated with nobility and valor

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5738US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

631All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Filippo

fil·EE·poh

/fɪl.ˈiː.poʊ/ · stress on EE · 3 syllables

“lover of horses”

Associated with nobility and valor · Italy origin

What does Filippo mean and where does it come from?

Filippo is the Italian form of Philip, derived from the Greek name 'Philippos', which means 'lover of horses' (from 'philos' meaning 'loving' and 'hippos' meaning 'horse'). The name has been pervasive in Italy since the medieval era and is often associated with nobility and valor. Historical figures

Cultural significance

Filippo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of lover of horses.

Peak popularity

Reached #2459 in 1973 — currently #5738 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Filippo?

Filippo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Filippo Grace

How popular is Filippo right now?

Rising fast — up 1678 spots — currently #5738 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#5738 · Top 4.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5738	16	▲ up 1678 · +45% births
2022	#7416	11	▼ down 976 · -15% births
2021	#6440	13	▼ down 1009 · -19% births
2020	#5431	16	▲ up 1272 · +33% births
2015	#6703	12	▲ up 4189 · +100% births
2010	#10892	6	▼ down 6041 · -65% births
2005	#4851	17	▲ up 1138 · +55% births
2000	#5989	11	▲ up 508 · +38% births
1995	#6497	8	▼ down 2474 · -43% births
1990	#4023	14	▼ down 874
1980	#3149	14	▲ up 369 · +40% births
1975	#3518	10	▼ down 960 · -29% births
1970	#2558	14	▲ up 1662 · +180% births
1915	#4220	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Filippo

Best Year1970Rank #2558

Peak Count17

Average Rank#5530

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202314 years

The story of Filippo

Filippo entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 631 total births recorded, Filippo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4220 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5738 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Filippo in 1973:

Michael Christopher Jason James David

Filippo by decade

Filippo peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	11
1950s	5
1960s	40
1970s ★	129
1980s	91
1990s	93
2000s	128
2010s	118
2020s	16

💎Filippo has only 631 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Filippo?

DUTCH

Flip

ENGLISH

PhilPip

PORTUGUESE

BRAZILIAN(Felipinho

ENGLISH

BRITISH(Philippa

What names sound and feel like Filippo?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Filippo also consider these

Filippos

Greece · Meaning 'lover of

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Grippo

Greek · A Greek name

Miliano

Italy · Belonging to the

Scipio

Italy · Latin

How is Filippo written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Filippo?

BRITISH(Philippa ENGLISH Philipa ENGLISH Phillipa ENGLISH Pippa ENGLISH Philippine FRENCH Philippa GERMAN Philippina GERMAN Filippa GREEK Filippa ITALIAN Filipina POLISH Filipa PORTUGUESE Felipa SPANISH Filippa SWEDISH

Common questions about the name Filippo

What does the name Filippo mean?

Filippo means "lover of horses" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Filippo?

Filippo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Filippo?

Filippo originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Filippo?

Filippo is a three-syllable name pronounced F IH0 L IY1 P OW0. 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 Filippo?

Filippo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.