The nameFilipe
Filipe is the Portuguese form of Philip. In France it was mostly given in the 1970s.
- Boy's name
- Greek
- Feast day
Meaning
Filipe comes from the Greek Philippos, from philos, "loving", and hippos, "horse".
Origin
Greek, through Portuguese.
History
In France, Filipe peaked in the late 1970s, at the time of Portuguese immigration.
Popularity of the name Filipe
Filipe in France
5105thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1977peak year (195 births)
2,540babies named Filipe in France since 1900
Filipe was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 1,365 births over the decade, 54% of all recorded babies named Filipe. Its rise began around 1968, and it peaked in 1977. Half of all babies named Filipe in France were born before 1978, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Filipe mean?
Filipe comes from the Greek Philippos, from philos, "loving", and hippos, "horse".
What is the origin of the name Filipe?
Greek, through Portuguese.
Is Filipe a girl's or a boy's name?
Filipe is a boy's name.