Find out how popular the first name Filip has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Filip by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Filip is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 51 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Filip.

The history of the first name Filip

Filip is a name of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek name Philippos, meaning "lover of horses." The name was widely used in ancient Greece and later in the Roman Empire.

The earliest recorded use of the name Filip dates back to the 4th century BC, when it was borne by Philippos II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great. Philippos II was a powerful ruler who expanded the Macedonian Empire and laid the foundations for his son's conquests.

In the New Testament, one of the apostles of Jesus is referred to as Philip. This early Christian association contributed to the popularity of the name among early Christians.

During the Middle Ages, the name Filip was widely used across Europe, particularly in Slavic regions. It was popular among the ruling classes, and several notable historical figures bore the name, including Filip I of France (1052-1108), a French king from the House of Capet.

Another famous bearer of the name was Filip IV of Spain (1605-1665), known as "Felipe IV" in Spanish, who reigned during the Golden Age of Spanish art and literature. Under his patronage, artists such as Diego Velázquez and Pedro Calderón de la Barca flourished.

In the 19th century, Filipino revolutionary leader and writer José Rizal (1861-1896) was also known by his name's Spanish variant, "Felipe." He played a crucial role in the Philippine independence movement against Spanish colonial rule.

Other notable historical figures with the name Filip include:

1. Filip II (Macedon) (382-336 BC), King of Macedon and father of Alexander the Great.
2. Filip I of France (1052-1108), King of France from 1060 to 1108.
3. Filip II of Spain (1527-1598), King of Spain and Portugal, known as "Felipe II" in Spanish.
4. Filip III of Spain (1578-1621), King of Spain and Portugal, known as "Felipe III" in Spanish.
5. Filip I, Duke of Burgundy (1346-1404), a powerful ruler and ally of the French crown during the Hundred Years' War.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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