Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Filip has Greek origins, meaning 'lover of horses'. It evolved through various languages from Philippos in Greek to its modern forms. Filip is associated with strong and noble traits, and has biblical relevance as one of the apostles. Its popularity surged during the Middle Ages and continues in various cultures today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈfɪlɪp/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Filip is derived from the Greek name 'Philippos', which means 'lover of horses'. The name is composed of the elements 'philos' meaning 'loving' and 'hippos' meaning 'horse'.
Meaning
Lover of horses
Language Evolution
Philippos (Greek), Philippus (Latin), Filip (Slavic languages), Filippo (Italian), Philippe (French)
Biblical Background
The name Filip has biblical significance as Philip is one of the apostles in the New Testament.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian world due to the veneration of Saint Philip, one of the twelve apostles, especially during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Philip, Philippe, Filippo, Pip, Phipps
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Filip is a popular name in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe. It is often associated with strong, noble traits.
Famous People
Filip II of Macedon, Filippo Brunelleschi, Philip II of Spain, Filip Neri, Filip Forsberg
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 127 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6287th of 7552 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6561st of 10718 | 33 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3466th of 16616 | 250 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1769th of 24088 | 1,176 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2027th of 23106 | 869 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.43% 1969th/3685 |
42.70% 1911th/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.44% 1028th/4582 |
20.70% 1069th/5164 |
43.48% 3180th/7313 |
36.42% 2718th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.74% 1185th/3984 |
31.05% 1393rd/4487 |
42.01% 2866th/6822 |
38.61% 2423rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Illinois across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6287th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6561st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3466th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1769th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2027th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.