Felipa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Felipa is a Spanish name derived from the Greek name Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses'. It evolved through various languages, including French and Spanish. The name is associated with elegance and strength, and while it has biblical roots, it is not directly mentioned in scripture. Felipa has historical significance and is recognized in modern times with a positive perception.
The name Felipa is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Felipa has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Felipa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1144th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1381st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2527th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4267th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7236th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13364th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23856th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Felipa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Felipa"
Pronunciation
/fəˈliːpə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Felipa is the feminine form of the name Felipe, which derives from the Greek name Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses'.
Meaning
lover of horses
Language Evolution
Philippos (Greek), Philippe (French), Felipe (Spanish), Felipa (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Felipa has been used in Spanish-speaking cultures and gained popularity as a feminine form of Felipe. It became more recognized in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Felipe, Philippa, Phyllis
Modern Popularity & Image
Felipa is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strong female figures.
Famous People
Felipa de Souza, a notable historical figure in Brazil, Felipa of Spain, a princess known for her contributions to her kingdom
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Felipa"
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 of "Felipa"
"Felipa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1144th of 9107 | 760 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1381st of 9204 | 572 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2527th of 12526 | 379 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4267th of 19264 | 220 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7236th of 27321 | 162 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13364th of 35406 | 97 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23856th of 30306 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Felipa" by Generation for 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Felipa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
27.18% 643rd/2366 |
54.73% 625th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
31.11% 732nd/2353 |
71.30% 1103rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
40.17% 1146th/2853 |
65.91% 1829th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
51.82% 1823rd/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Felipa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Felipa" 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.