- From the ancient Greek philos hippos, meaning someone who loves horses
- This version of the name is most commonly used in Scandinavia and Italy
- May be a feminine version of Felipe (Spanish variation of Phillip)
- Other feminine versions include Philippa, Phillipa, Philipinna, Filipa
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