Filip Boy

Popularity: #872 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationFEE-lip / /ˈfɪlɪp/

Greek; Slavic

Meaning

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

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Filip has roots in ancient Greek, derived from 'Philippos', meaning 'lover of horses'. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Slavic countries. The name has historical significance, being borne by several kings and saints throughout history. It remains popular in many regions, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.

Trend Summary

The name Filip has seen consistent popularity in various regions, particularly in Eastern Europe.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Philip
  • Phillip
  • Filippo

International Variants

  • Filip (Polish)
  • Filip (Czech)
  • Philippe (French)
  • Felipe (Spanish)
  • Filip (Croatian)

Famous people named Filip

Filip II of Macedon was a king known for unifying Macedonia and his son Alexander the Great.

Filip Hrgović is a professional boxer from Croatia, recognized for his achievements in heavyweight boxing.

Filip Kostić is a Serbian professional footballer known for his performances in European leagues.

Fictional characters named Filip

Filip is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', serving as a minor character in the storyline.

Filip is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Paddington Bear', known for his friendship with Paddington.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Filip was first seen in the United States in 1953. Filip has ranked as high as #1254 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, California, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Filip has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Filip (2024)

StateBirthsShare
IL 14
56%
NY 6
24%
CA 5
20%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19536
19547
19655
19737
19755
197810
19806
19819
198210
19836
19845
198517
19868
198710
198812
198914
19909
199121
199219
199323
199436
199522
199629
199734
199838
199938
200050
200151
200244
200356
200475
200576
200683
200796
200899
2009108
201099
2011102
2012127
201388
201483
201575
201693
201769
201894
201969
202063
202163
202269
202351
202452