With around 2,400 carriers in France in 2025, this male first name of Greek origin, meaning “Horses friend”, seduces especially in Portugal. Rare in France, it should concern less than 30 newborns this year.
A Greek heritage and a strong Portuguese resonance
This male first name draws its roots from ancient Greek Philipposwhich means “friend of horses”. Carried through Europe, Filipe has become an essential reference in Portugal, where it is part of a well -established cultural and religious tradition. In France, it remains discreet: approximately 2,400 people bear it in 2025, and the official names estimates that less than 30 births will be recorded in this first name during the year.
Variants and linguistic wealth
As often with first names of ancient origin, it is available in many variants. Among them: Filip, Filipp, Filipo, Filipus or Filippo. These adaptations reflect the influence of languages and countries that have adopted it, from Italy to Slavic countries, while retaining its universal charm.
Associated character traits
According to the official first names, this first name is related to marked human qualities: practice, sympathy, analysis, communication and enthusiasm. These values make it an appreciated choice of parents in search of a balance between tradition, conviviality and openness to the world.
Portuguese first names, a trend in France
If this first name remains confidential in France, other first names from Portugal experienced a real craze in 2025. First names like Tiago, Inês, or Leonor are increasingly seduced young French parents, seduced by their warm sound and their cultural authenticity. This movement testifies to an increasing interest in Iberian influences in the landscape of first names, where singularity and identity play a key role in the choice of families.