Filippo Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: fee-LEE-poh /fiˈlippo/
Origin: Italian; Greek
Meaning: Italian: lover of horses; Greek: friend of horses
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Filippo is of Italian origin, derived from the Greek name Philippos, which means "lover of horses" (from "philos" meaning "loving" and "hippos" meaning "horse"). The name was borne by several notable figures in history, including Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great, and later became popular in various forms across Europe as it was adapted into Latin as Philippus.
The transition into Italian occurred during the Middle Ages, when the name was embraced by the Italian nobility and became associated with various saints and historical figures. One significant milestone in the name's history is its association with Saint Philip, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is venerated in both the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic traditions.
His feast day is celebrated on May 3rd, and he is often depicted in religious art, which helped to popularize the name throughout Christian Europe. The name also appears in various historical texts and translations, including the Vulgate, the Latin version of the Bible, where Saint Philip is mentioned, further embedding the name in Christian tradition.
Culturally, Filippo has been linked to themes of nobility and valor, often associated with chivalric ideals in medieval literature. The name has been borne by several Italian princes and artists, contributing to its resonance in Italian culture.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Pippo have emerged, reflecting affection and familiarity, which have also been embraced in various cultural contexts. Overall, the name Filippo carries a rich historical and cultural significance, embodying both classical heritage and religious connotations.
Famous people named Filippo
In this section, you will find notable people named Filippo. 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 Filippo who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Filippo Brunelleschi is an architect and engineer best known for the dome of the Florence Cathedral, the Ospedale degli Innocenti, and the development of linear perspective.
Filippo Inzaghi is a former footballer best known for his time at AC Milan, winning the UEFA Champions League and being a top scorer in Serie A.
Filippo Neri is a priest and saint best known for founding the Oratory of Saint Philip Neri and his work in the Counter-Reformation.
Fictional characters named Filippo
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Filippo is a fictional character from the animated film The Little Prince. He is a young boy who befriends the Little Prince and helps him on his journey.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Filippo was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Filippo has ranked as high as #9748 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Massachusetts, Illinois, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Filippo has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Filippo 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 Filippo 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 Filippo.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 12 |
| 2024 | 22 | 22 |
| 2023 | 16 | 16 |
| 2022 | 11 | 11 |
| 2021 | 13 | 13 |
| 2020 | 16 | 16 |
| 2019 | 17 | 17 |
| 2018 | 11 | 11 |
| 2017 | 14 | 14 |
| 2016 | 16 | 16 |
| 2015 | 12 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 | 11 |
| 2013 | 13 | 13 |
| 2012 | 11 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 | 6 |
| 2009 | 12 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 | 11 |
| 2007 | 17 | 17 |
| 2006 | 10 | 10 |
| 2005 | 17 | 17 |
| 2004 | 20 | 20 |
| 2003 | 10 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 2001 | 11 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 | 11 |
| 1999 | 9 | 9 |
| 1998 | 8 | 8 |
| 1997 | 13 | 13 |
| 1996 | 10 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 |
| 1991 | 12 | 12 |
| 1990 | 14 | 14 |
| 1989 | 9 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 | 7 |
| 1984 | 15 | 15 |
| 1983 | 11 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 | 13 |
| 1981 | 10 | 10 |
| 1980 | 14 | 14 |
| 1979 | 13 | 13 |
| 1978 | 13 | 13 |
| 1977 | 17 | 17 |
| 1976 | 9 | 9 |
| 1975 | 10 | 10 |
| 1974 | 14 | 14 |
| 1973 | 16 | 16 |
| 1972 | 11 | 11 |
| 1971 | 15 | 15 |
| 1970 | 14 | 14 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 |
| 1967 | 8 | 8 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Filippo (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 |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |