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Philippa

female

Meaning

"Lover of Horses"

A classical Greek feminine form, it appears widely in European traditions through royal and ecclesiastical naming patterns.

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Popularity History of Philippa

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2641Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#2641

Philippa was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-4

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Philippa Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Philippa.

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Anita

“Grace Favor”

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“Grace”

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Baby Name Lists That Include Philippa

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Quick Facts

OriginGreek
Syllables3
Length8 letters

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