Felipe
Meaning of Felipe
The name Felipe is a distinguished and timeless choice for boys, with roots deeply embedded in Spanish culture. Pronounced as feh-LEE-peh in Spanish, it translates to feh-LEEP in English. Felipe is the Spanish variant of Philip, which originates from the Greek name Philippos, meaning "lover of horses." Historically, the name has been borne by many notable figures, including kings of Spain and Portugal, lending it an air of nobility and strength. In recent years in the United States, Felipe has maintained a consistent presence among baby names, ranking within the top 1,000 names for over a century. This enduring popularity reflects its classic appeal and cultural significance. Common variations include Phillip and Philip, offering parents flexible options while preserving the name's rich heritage.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as feh-LEE-peh (/feˈlipe/)
English
- Pronunced as feh-LEEP (/fɛˈlip/)
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Notable People Named Felipe
| Felipe VI is the King of Spain and serves as the head of state, commander-in-chief of the Spanish Armed Forces, and the supreme representation of Spain in international relations. |
| Felipe Calderón - Felipe de Jesús Calderón Hinojosa is a Mexican politician who served as the 63rd president of Mexico and Secretary of Energy, known for his tenure from 2006 to 2012 and his affiliation with the National Action Party. |
| Felipe González Márquez is a prominent Spanish politician and former Prime Minister, known for his long tenure and leadership in the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party. |
| Felipe Ferreira Lima is a Brazilian swimmer with six World Championship medals and an appearance at the 2012 Summer Olympics. |
| Felipe França Silva - Felipe Alves França da Silva is a Brazilian breaststroke swimmer who represented his country in three Olympic Games. |
| Felipe Nasr - Luiz Felipe de Oliveira Nasr is a Brazilian racing driver known for winning the 2019 12 Hours of Sebring and being a 2-time IMSA Sportscar champion. |
| Felipe Maíllo Salgado is a renowned philologist, historian, and Spanish novelist, known for his expertise in Arabic and Islamic studies and his accolades in research excellence. |
| Felipe Abdiel Baloy Ramírez is a Panamanian former professional footballer known for scoring Panama's first goal in a FIFA World Cup. |
| Felipe Reyes Cabanás is a retired Spanish professional basketball player known for representing the senior Spain national team and playing at the power forward and center positions. |
| Felipe de Jesús Estévez is a Cuban-born prelate of the Roman Catholic Church who served as bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine in Florida from 2011 to 2022, and as an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Miami in Florida from 2003 to 2011. |
| Felipe Neto Rodrigues Vieira is a Brazilian YouTuber, businessman, actor, comedian, writer, and philanthropist with 44.7 million subscribers and over fifteen billion views, known for his entertaining content and as the brother of fellow YouTuber Luccas Neto. |
| Felipe Larraín Bascuñán is a Chilean economist, academic, and former Minister of Finance. |
| Felipe Dias da Silva dal Belo, also known as Felipe, is a retired Brazilian professional footballer who played as a defender in Serie A. |
| Felipe Chacartegui - Felipe Rodríguez Chacartegui is a Spanish professional footballer known for his role as a left back for UCAM Murcia CF. |
| Felipe Solís Olguín - Felipe R. Solís Olguín was a prominent Mexican archaeologist, anthropologist, and historian who served as the curator and Director of the National Anthropology Museum until his passing in 2009. |
