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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lover of horses
- Origin
- Italian (from Greek)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- fih-LEE-poh
Filippo is the Italian form of Philip, a boy's name that comes from Greek and means "lover of horses." It's pronounced fih-LEE-poh, and it has a worldly, classic feel that has stayed steady over time.
Meaning & Origin of Filippo
Meaning: Lover of horses.
Origin: Italian (from Greek).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Filippo
fih-LEE-pohIPA /fɪˈlipoʊ/
Popularity of Filippo
Filippo is rare in the U.S. It peaked at #2436 in 1973 with 16 babies, and in 2024 it ranked #4593 with 22 babies.
Names Like Filippo
These names share Filippo’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Filippo mean?
Lover of horses. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Filippo?
Filippo is pronounced fih-LEE-poh (IPA: /fɪˈlipoʊ/).
Is Filippo a popular name right now?
Filippo peaked at #2436 in 1973 and is ranked #4593 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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