Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Phillipa since 1917
Babies named Phillipa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 31 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Phillipa remains a quiet choice despite its royal lineage. First recorded in U.S. data in 1917, it has never cracked the top 1,000, with its peak year of use coming in 2011. In 2025, the name ranked 14,942, with roughly 1 in 321,453 newborns receiving it. The trajectory shows stability at low levels, making it a distinctive alternative to the more common Philippa. While no top states have shown particular preference, Phillipa retains a classic, understated charm favored by parents seeking a traditional name with a slight twist.
Phillipa is the feminine form of Philip, which comes from the Greek name Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses.' The name Philip was borne by several kings of Macedon, including Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. Phillipa, along with its more common variant Philippa, has been used in English since the Middle Ages, particularly in royal and noble families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Phil, Pip, Pippa, Flip
Sibling names for Phillipa
Names that share Phillipa's style, for a brother or sister.
