Philipp
Philipp is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Lover of horses.
Origin and history
Philipp is a classical male name of Greek origin, serving as the German and standard Central European variant of Philip. It derives from the Greek name Philippos, meaning lover of horses. In the United States, it remains a rare alternative spelling compared to the standard Philip or Phillip.
Popularity in the United States
986 babies in the United States have been named Philipp since 1880. It ranks #3696 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1878.
States where it is most popular
- FL (50 %)
- NY (33.3 %)
- CA (16.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 8 |
| 1920-1930 | 24 |
| 1930-1940 | 34 |
| 1940-1950 | 44 |
| 1950-1960 | 70 |
| 1960-1970 | 90 |
| 1970-1980 | 109 |
| 1980-1990 | 131 |
| 1990-2000 | 168 |
| 2000-2010 | 125 |
| 2010-2019 | 134 |
| 2020-2029 | 49 |
Famous people named Philipp
- Philipp Lahm: Footballer, Sports Executive
- Philipp Lenard: Physicist, Nobel Laureate
- Philipp Grubauer: Ice Hockey Player
Nicknames
Phil, Lip
Fun facts
- Philipp with a double 'p' is the standard spelling in German-speaking countries and parts of Eastern Europe.
- The original Greek name was borne by several kings of Macedon, most famously Philip II, father of Alexander the Great.