Felipe: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: f-ehl-eep-eh
Origin: Argentina
gender-male

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Andean States, Southern Europe, Central America
Meaning: A variant of the Greek term Philippos

Felipe is a masculine name of Spanish origin, derived from the Greek term Philippos, meaning “friend of horses. ” This name has a significant historical legacy, being the moniker of six Spanish kings. It is also widely used in Portuguese-speaking Brazil. Felipe has seen a fluctuating trend in popularity over the years, peaking in 2001 but experiencing a decline since then. The name Felipe is important because it carries royal and cultural significance, reflecting its enduring presence in Spanish and Portuguese traditions.

Felipe Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Felipe is currently #1309 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Felipe is currently #621 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Felipe is currently #617 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Felipe is currently #288 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Felipe is currently #754 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Felipe is currently #352 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Felipe is currently #750 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

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