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Filippo
Lover of horses
Origin
Greek
Used in
it
Popularity
#16 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Filippo
Filippo comes from the Greek Phílippos, 'horse-lover', from phílos 'friend' and híppos 'horse'. A regal, ancient name, it was borne by Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great, and by the apostle Saint Philip. Widespread across Europe, it is a refined boys' classic in Italy; Philip, Felipe and Philippe make it common in the English, Hispanic and French worlds.
Variants around the world
How Filippo sounds in other languages.
PhilipPhilippeFelipeFilip
Famous people
- Filippo Brunelleschi— architect
- San Filippo Apostolo— saint
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Filippo mean?
The name Filippo means Lover of horses.
What is the origin of the name Filippo?
Origin of Filippo: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Filippo?
International variants of Filippo: Philip, Philippe, Felipe, and Filip.