Find out how popular the first name Pippin has been for the last 15 years (from 2009 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Pippin by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Pippin is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 56% of people named Pippin being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Pippin.

The history of the first name Pippin

The name Pippin is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old Frankish name Pippin or Pipin, which itself is a diminutive form of the Germanic name Pipino. The name is thought to have originated in the 7th century AD, during the Merovingian dynasty of the Franks.

The name Pippin is closely associated with the Carolingian dynasty, which ruled the Frankish Empire from the late 7th to the late 9th century. One of the most notable historical figures bearing this name was Pippin the Short (714-768), the first Carolingian king of the Franks. He was the father of Charlemagne, one of the most influential rulers in European history.

Another prominent figure with the name Pippin was Pippin of Landen (580-640), a nobleman and courtier who served as the Mayor of the Palace under the Merovingian kings. He played a significant role in establishing the power of the Carolingian dynasty.

In the realm of literature, the name Pippin appears in J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy novel "The Lord of the Rings." Pippin, also known as Peregrin Took, was one of the main hobbit characters and a member of the Fellowship of the Ring.

The name Pippin has also been borne by several historical figures in various parts of Europe. Pippin I (d. 640) was the first hereditary mayor of the palace in the Frankish kingdom of Austrasia. Pippin II (635-714), also known as Pippin of Heristal, was a mayor of the palace and the founder of the Carolingian dynasty.

Pippin III (714-768), better known as Pippin the Short, was the first Carolingian king of the Franks and the father of Charlemagne. He played a crucial role in the transition from the Merovingian to the Carolingian dynasty.

While the name Pippin has its roots in the early medieval period, it has continued to be used throughout history, although with varying degrees of popularity. The name's association with the Carolingian dynasty and its prominence in literature have contributed to its enduring appeal.

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