Felipa
Felipa is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Lover of horses or friend of horses.
Origin and history
Felipa is the Spanish feminine form of Philip, derived from the Greek name Philippos meaning 'friend of horses'. It has a long history in Spanish-speaking regions and has seen modest, infrequent usage in the United States over the last century. Today, it remains a rare and traditional choice in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,249 babies in the United States have been named Felipa since 1880. It ranks #3709 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2087.
States where it is most popular
- TX (89 %)
- CA (9 %)
- NM (2.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 38 |
| 1900-1910 | 74 |
| 1910-1920 | 290 |
| 1920-1930 | 490 |
| 1930-1940 | 337 |
| 1940-1950 | 264 |
| 1950-1960 | 190 |
| 1960-1970 | 139 |
| 1970-1980 | 140 |
| 1980-1990 | 121 |
| 1990-2000 | 80 |
| 2000-2010 | 53 |
| 2010-2019 | 19 |
| 2020-2029 | 14 |
Famous people named Felipa
- Felipa de Souza: Historical figure
Nicknames
Fipa, Lipa
Fun facts
- Felipa is the feminine counterpart to Felipe, a royal name borne by multiple kings of Spain.
- The name stems from the ancient Greek elements 'philos' (friend) and 'hippos' (horse).