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The baby name Philippe is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced French: /fiˈlip/ (fee-LEEP); English: /fɪˈliːp/ (fi-LEEP).

Philippe is Greek in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: French: /fiˈlip/ (fee-LEEP); English: /fɪˈliːp/ (fi-LEEP)

What is the meaning of the name Philippe ?

The baby name Philippe is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced French: /fiˈlip/ (fee-LEEP); English: /fɪˈliːp/ (fi-LEEP).

Philippe is Greek in Origin.

Philippe is the French form of the venerable Greek name Philippos, from philos “friend, lover” and hippos “horse,” yielding the meaning “lover of horses.” It was carried by notable figures of antiquity such as Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great, and entered Christian tradition through Saint Philip the Apostle and Philip the Evangelist, which helped embed it across Europe. In France, the prestige of kings named Philippe - most notably Philippe Auguste and Philippe le Bel - secured its medieval and early modern currency.

International variants include Philip and Phillip (English), Filip (Slavic and Scandinavian), Felipe (Spanish), Filipe (Portuguese), Filippo (Italian), and Pilib (Irish). Feminine counterparts are Philippa, Philippine, and Filippa. Short forms range from Phil and Pip to Flip (Dutch) and, colloquially in French, Philou. The name feels patrician yet familiar; in France it peaked in the mid-20th century and now reads as a timeless classic.

Philippe has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Philippe

Philippe Pétain Politician · Born 1856 · France Philippe Pétain was a French politician and military leader, most famous for leading the Vichy government during World War II. He initially gained fame as a hero of World War I, particularly for his role in the Battle of Verdun. However, his later collaboration with Nazi Germany overshadowed his earlier achievements. Philippe of Belgium Politician|royal · Born 1960 · Belgium Philippe of Belgium is the King of the Belgians, having ascended to the throne in 2013. As a member of the Belgian royal family, he plays a significant role in the country's ceremonial and diplomatic affairs. Born in 1960, he is known for his efforts to promote unity and represent Belgium on the international stage. Philippe Garrel Actor · Born 1948 · France Philippe Garrel is a French filmmaker and actor, best known for his work in the French New Wave cinema. He directed films like 'Regular Lovers' and 'The Inner Scar', which showcase his unique style and storytelling.
Philippe Leroy Actor · Born 1930 · France Philippe Leroy is a French actor best known for his role in the film 'The Night Porter'. He has had a prolific career in European cinema, appearing in movies like 'The Legend of Frenchie King' and 'The Last Adventure'. Philippe Léotard Actor · Born 1940 · France Philippe Léotard was a French actor and singer, best known for his role in the film 'La Balance', which earned him a César Award for Best Actor. He also had a successful music career with albums like 'Philippe Léotard chante Léo Ferré'. Born in 1940, he became a prominent figure in French cinema and music. Philippe Nahon Actor · Born 1938 · France Philippe Nahon was a French actor best known for his roles in intense and often gritty films. He gained recognition for his performance in 'I Stand Alone' and also appeared in 'High Tension' and 'The Crimson Rivers'. His work often explored dark and complex characters, making him a memorable figure in French cinema.

Celebrity babies named Philippe

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Philippe Cousteau Jacques Cousteau film director ★★★★★
Philippe Raimbourg Bourvil singer ★★★★★

Philippe – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
HT 0 #12 1 399
LU 0 #15 58 2,830
MV 0 #19 1 644
HT Girls 0 #23 1 950
BF Boys 0 #26 1 439
HT Boys 0 #27 8 903
LU Boys 0 #28 424 4,970
DJ Boys 0 #36 1 657
CM 0 #38 18 2,592
ID 0 #39 1 2,238
BI Boys 0 #41 4 917
MO 0 #52 1 2,706
PR 0 #55 1 1,497
CY 0 #59 2 1,632
JP 0 #75 3 4,057
CN 0 #85 2 3,857
TW 0 #101 3 4,523
QA 0 #106 1 7,011
PH 0 #108 3 5,607
CM Boys 0 #113 1,153 12,054
HU 0 #114 2 1,675
OM 0 #120 2 6,215
MU 0 #123 14 3,613
EE Boys 0 #125 1 2,087
CY Boys 0 #129 3 3,473
Switzerland Boys 2024 #133 5 1,769
IQ 0 #133 1 3,533
GR 0 #134 2 3,911
BN Boys 0 #137 3 6,332
PA 0 #138 1 3,797
JO 0 #139 2 2,158
LT Boys 0 #150 2 2,166
BW Boys 0 #153 2 4,685
Sweden Boys 2022 #155 28 1,509
CR 0 #165 1 5,526
AE 0 #167 11 10,220
MT Boys 0 #171 9 4,064
HU Boys 0 #173 2 3,954
PR Boys 0 #178 1 2,508
UY 0 #181 2 2,477
CZ 0 #184 3 3,154
RU 0 #192 3 3,641
DK 0 #199 8 5,198
MU Boys 0 #208 158 8,477
Belgium Boys 2003 #209 18 420
PL 0 #211 2 2,600
BG Boys 0 #215 6 3,850
Canada Boys 2024 #221 88 2,588
PS 0 #223 4 5,692
IR 0 #229 3 4,221
TW Boys 0 #229 13 7,111
MO Boys 0 #230 5 5,842
AO Boys 0 #232 11 5,568
PT 0 #237 10 4,161
BD 0 #241 1 5,992
GH 0 #246 3 5,396
NA Boys 0 #252 2 6,830
HR Boys 0 #256 4 3,997
GR Boys 0 #265 9 6,912
IL 0 #265 10 6,291
PT Boys 0 #268 107 7,951
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
SG 0 #276 7 11,010
JP Boys 0 #281 17 7,909
France Girls 1965 #283 3 1,212
CZ Boys 0 #291 14 6,530
JM Boys 0 #293 1 6,876
KZ Boys 0 #293 4 6,578
CN Boys 0 #295 25 9,639
DK Boys 0 #297 29 7,401
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
Canada Girls 1995 #308 5 2,434
SA 0 #308 5 10,560
France Boys 2021 #311 78 2,865
PL Boys 0 #317 19 6,459
PE 0 #329 1 6,350
GH Boys 0 #333 13 8,138
MU Girls 0 #338 14 8,539
HK 0 #350 8 8,483
MY 0 #354 1 12,352
BR 0 #356 5 5,969
PH Boys 0 #365 19 11,440
NL 0 #368 24 2,481
JO Boys 0 #388 2 7,057
UY Boys 0 #390 10 5,922
CL 0 #393 19 6,867
Austria Boys 0 #398 45 2,180
Germany 0 #403 35 2,542
EG 0 #408 5 6,387
Spain 0 #423 30 2,326
OM Girls 0 #423 2 15,987
ZA 0 #435 13 14,421
MX 0 #445 1 8,339
SD Boys 0 #459 8 10,523
CR Boys 0 #461 27 10,188
GT Boys 0 #463 12 7,625
CL Boys 0 #467 214 13,390
PA Boys 0 #467 15 9,305
PT Girls 0 #471 1 7,952
AR Boys 0 #475 9 7,628
HK Boys 0 #479 49 12,905
PS Boys 0 #488 61 10,655
RU Boys 0 #492 14 12,621
LB 0 #500 160 13,263
CO 0 #507 4 7,768
CM Girls 0 #513 28 11,671
RU Girls 0 #523 1 11,913
IL Boys 0 #529 79 10,983
GT Girls 0 #541 1 7,500
BH 0 #542 12 17,937
LY 0 #555 5 12,703
IR Boys 0 #558 8 10,162
BO Boys 0 #581 12 9,244
BD Boys 0 #603 3 10,045
NL Boys 0 #608 366 5,873
BR Boys 0 #610 143 12,213
SG Boys 0 #628 70 17,960
Finland Boys 2026 #633 50 3,552
HK Girls 0 #650 1 16,104
BO Girls 0 #651 1 9,488
IQ Boys 0 #651 17 13,071
QA Boys 0 #655 53 18,093
IT 0 #676 39 4,183
Germany Boys 0 #689 274 5,697
Spain Boys 0 #699 237 5,610
KW Boys 0 #709 61 18,755
SY 0 #713 16 11,684
TN 0 #744 86 13,765
OM Boys 0 #792 90 17,948
EG Boys 0 #822 65 15,035
NG Girls 0 #826 1 15,093
PE Boys 0 #850 29 14,506
CO Boys 0 #865 56 15,656
United States Boys 2024 #882 11 7,044
MA 0 #890 240 20,986
CL Girls 0 #913 3 14,098
NG Boys 0 #926 26 16,906
MX Boys 0 #965 18 16,355
BR Girls 0 #992 1 12,708
IN Boys 0 #1,038 2 16,750
AE Boys 0 #1,042 51 22,615
IT Boys 0 #1,048 433 10,046
DZ 0 #1,059 118 20,130
ZA Boys 0 #1,070 109 25,619
MY Boys 0 #1,089 23 25,439
TR 0 #1,201 11 19,440
ZA Girls 0 #1,236 1 25,928
SA Boys 0 #1,582 33 28,008

Philippe is popular in 86 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Canada
Switzerland
United States
Wallonia, Belgium

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People also ask about Philippe

Philippe is predominantly a boy's name.
Philippe is a 2 syllable name, pronounced French: /fiˈlip/ (fee-LEEP); English: /fɪˈliːp/ (fi-LEEP).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Philip, Phillip, Phil, Philippe, Felipe and Filip.
Across languages, Philippe has these equivalents: Philippos (Greek, Φίλιππος), Felipe (Spanish), Filippo (Italian), Filipe (Portuguese), Philipp (German), and 4 more.
Yes — Philippe ranked #133 in Switzerland in 2024, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Philippe ranks highest in Switzerland (#133 in 2024).
Philippe's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #322 in 2011 to #311 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 8 notable people named Philippe are in our database, including Philippe Pétain (Politician), Philippe of Belgium (Politician|royal), Philippe Garrel (Actor).
Yes — at least 2 celebrity couples have chosen Philippe for their child, including Jacques Cousteau.