Filipa
Meaning: Lover of horses — a name of depth
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #5957
Total births: 125
History: Filipa sings through French history like Jeanne d'Arc's bravery. Born from the era of the storming of the Bastille, it thrives in the Alsatian villages. The name pairs beautifully with the spirit of the Tour de France.
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| Current rank (2021) | #5001 |
| Babies named Filipa in 2021 | 3 |
| Total recorded in France | 96 |
| Peak year | 2011 (7 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #2031 |
| Years in records | 1971–2021 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 229 spots |
Frequently asked about Filipa
What does the name Filipa mean?
Filipa means “Lover of horses — a name of depth” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Filipa?
Filipa has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Lover of horses — a name of depth”.
How popular is Filipa in France?
Filipa ranked #5001 in France in 2021 — given to 3 babies that year.
Is Filipa a boy or girl name?
Filipa is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Filipas in registered births are female.
Is the name Filipa rising or falling in popularity?
Filipa has risen 229 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #5230 in 2016 to #5001 in 2021.
How long has Filipa been recorded in France?
Filipa appears in birth records in France across 22 years — from 1971 through 2021.