boy name · Italian origin
Filippo
/ fee-LEEP-poh /
Meaning
Filippo means Lover of horses (Italian).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
fee-LEEP-poh
Popularity
#6924 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Filippo in the US, 1880–2025
Filippo first appears in US records in 1915. It peaked in 2024, when 22 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 12.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Filippo mean?
Filippo is the Italian form of Philip, “lover of horses.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Filippo mean?
Filippo means Lover of horses. Filippo is the Italian form of Philip, “lover of horses.”
What is the origin of the name Filippo?
Filippo is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Filippo?
Filippo is pronounced “fee-LEEP-poh.”
Is Filippo a boy or a girl name?
Filippo is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Filippo?
In 2025, Filippo ranked #6924 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Filippo most popular?
Filippo was most popular in 2024, when about 22 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.