Holding steady.
Popularity of Phillippe since 1930
Babies named Phillippe per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Phillippe's real moment was 1981.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 32 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Phillippe is a French variant of Philippe, the French form of Philip. It has never cracked the U.S. top 1,000, and its highest usage came in 1981, when it saw a modest spike. Since then, it has remained relatively stable but extremely uncommon. The name is derived from the Greek Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses,' a meaning that has endured through centuries of royal and noble use in France. While it shares roots with the more common Philip and Phillip, the French spelling gives it a distinct Gallic flair. It is a rare choice in the United States, appealing to parents looking for a classic European name with a sophisticated sound.
Phillippe is a French variant of Philippe, the French form of Philip. Philip derives from the Greek name Philippos, composed of 'philos' meaning 'friend' or 'lover' and 'hippos' meaning 'horse'. Thus, the name essentially means 'lover of horses'. It has been used in France since the Middle Ages and was borne by several French kings, though the spelling with double 'l' is less common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Phil, Flip
Sibling names for Phillippe
Names that share Phillippe's style, for a brother or sister.
