Philippa
Origin and Meaning
The name Philippa is a girl's name of greek origin meaning “lover of horses”.
Philippa is the feminine form of Philip, with a similarly noble origin. It comes from the Greek Philippos and shares the meaning 'lover of horses.' While not as ubiquitous as its male counterpart, Philippa has a refined elegance and is particularly favored in the UK, thanks in part to Philippa 'Pippa' Middleton, the sister of Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge. This name offers a charming blend of tradition and modernity, often lovingly shortened to Pippa or Pip.
At a Glance
| Origin | greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Meaning | lover of horses |
| Popularity | ★★★☆☆ (5/10) |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Starts with | P |
| Styles | classic, rare |
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