Filip Boy

Popularity: #896 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: FEE-lip //ˈfɪlɪp//

Origin: Greek; Slavic

Meaning: Greek: lover of horses; Slavic: one who is fond of horses

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Filip has its roots in the ancient Greek name Philippos, which is derived from the elements "philos," meaning "friend," and "hippos," meaning "horse." This etymological background suggests a literal meaning of "friend of horses." The name was adopted into Latin as Philippus and subsequently made its way into various languages, including Old French as Philippe, before entering the English lexicon as Philip. The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names were integrated into the English language and culture.

Historically, the name Philip has been borne by several notable figures, including Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great, who ruled in the 4th century BCE. In Christian tradition, Saint Philip, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, is a significant bearer of the name, and his feast day is celebrated in various Christian denominations.

The name also appears in the King James Bible, which was published in 1611, further solidifying its presence in Western culture. Throughout the Middle Ages, the name was popular among European royalty, with several kings of France and Spain named Philip, contributing to its historical significance.

Culturally, the name Filip has often been associated with nobility and leadership, reflecting the status of many historical figures who bore the name. In various cultures, it has been adapted into different forms, such as the diminutive form "Filippo" in Italian and "Philippe" in French, which have their own historical and cultural significance.

The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its strong associations with friendship, nobility, and religious significance, allowing it to maintain a prominent place in various cultures throughout history.

Famous people named Filip

In this section, you will find notable people named Filip. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Filip who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Filip who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Filip Forsberg is a professional ice hockey player best known for playing with the Nashville Predators in the NHL.

Filip Kostić is a professional footballer best known for playing with Eintracht Frankfurt and the Serbian national team.

Filip Hrgović is a professional boxer best known for being a heavyweight contender and winning the IBF Intercontinental title.

Filip Mladenović is a professional footballer best known for playing with Legia Warsaw and the Serbian national team.

Filip Đuričić is a professional footballer best known for playing with Sassuolo and the Serbian national team.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Filip, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Filip. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Filip was first seen in the United States in 1953.

Filip has ranked as high as #2970 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, New Jersey, California, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Filip has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Filip is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Filip was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Filip.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 42 42
2024 52 52
2023 51 51
2022 69 69
2021 63 63
2020 63 63
2019 69 69
2018 94 94
2017 69 69
2016 93 93
2015 75 75
2014 83 83
2013 88 88
2012 127 127
2011 102 102
2010 99 99
2009 108 108
2008 99 99
2007 96 96
2006 83 83
2005 77 77
2004 75 75
2003 56 56
2002 44 44
2001 51 51
2000 50 50
1999 38 38
1998 38 38
1997 34 34
1996 29 29
1995 22 22
1994 36 36
1993 23 23
1992 19 19
1991 21 21
1990 9 9
1989 14 14
1988 12 12
1987 10 10
1986 8 8
1985 17 17
1984 5 5
1983 6 6
1982 10 10
1981 9 9
1980 6 6
1978 10 10
1975 5 5
1973 7 7
1965 5 5
1954 7 7
1953 6 6

Top States for Filip (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
IL 14
56%
NY 6
24%
CA 5
20%