Philippe
Philippe is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Lover of horses.
Origin and history
Philippe is the French form of the classical Greek name Philip. It has maintained steady, though modest, usage in the United States over time as an international alternative to Philip. It carries a sophisticated, traditional European feel for English speakers.
Popularity in the United States
3,043 babies in the United States have been named Philippe since 1880. It ranks #2341 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1830.
States where it is most popular
- NY (45.9 %)
- CA (25.1 %)
- MA (11 %)
- FL (10.5 %)
- ME (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 121 |
| 1930-1940 | 98 |
| 1940-1950 | 149 |
| 1950-1960 | 305 |
| 1960-1970 | 401 |
| 1970-1980 | 409 |
| 1980-1990 | 513 |
| 1990-2000 | 405 |
| 2000-2010 | 304 |
| 2010-2019 | 201 |
| 2020-2029 | 97 |
Famous people named Philippe
- Philippe Petit: High-wire artist, Author
- Philippe Coutinho: Athlete, Soccer Player
Nicknames
Phil, Pip
Fun facts
- Philippe has historically been one of the most popular given names in France and French-speaking regions.
- The name was borne by six kings of France, establishing its deep royal and historical roots.