Boy name
Filipus name meaning
“lover of horses”
Filipus is a masculine name of Greek origin meaning lover of horses. It derives from Philippos, combining philos, meaning loving, with hippos, meaning horse. Philipus is a spelling variant, and the name is also known through figures named Philip in the New Testament.
What does Filipus mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Filipus
A variant of Filipus, from Greek Philippos, combining philos, ‘loving’, and hippos, ‘horse’. It is known through New Testament figures named Philip.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
How to pronounce Filipus
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥ꦳ꦶꦭꦶꦥꦸꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮖᮤᮜᮤᮕᮥᮞ᮪ |
Is Filipus a boy’s name?
Yes, Filipus is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Filipus is rare in our data sample.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names with related meanings
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Sutrisno♂Good or noble affection
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- David♂Beloved, dearly loved
- Daud♂The beloved one
- Supriyanto♂Deeply beloved
- Anas♂Companionship, friendly ease
- Supriyadi♂Possibly dearly loved and excellent
- Asmara♂♀Love and romantic desire
- Darwin♂Dear friend
- Priyono♂Beloved, cherished
- Sutisna♂Good affection, loving
FAQ about the name Filipus
What is the meaning of Filipus?
Filipus means lover of horses. A variant of Filipus, from Greek Philippos, combining philos, ‘loving’, and hippos, ‘horse’. It is known through New Testament figures named Philip.
Is Filipus a boy’s name?
Yes, Filipus is used mostly as a boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Filipus?
Filipus is of Greek origin.
How many syllables does Filipus have?
Filipus has 3 syllables (Fi-li-pus) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Filipus?
Filipus is rare in our data sample.
What are other spellings of Filipus?
Other spellings: Philipus.
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