Pippa
Meaning of Pippa
Pippa is a charming and feminine name with English origins. It is a diminutive of the name Philippa, which means "lover of horses." Pippa has gained popularity in recent years, both in the United States and the United Kingdom. In American English, Pippa is pronounced as PIP-uh (/ˈpɪpə/), while in British English, it is also pronounced as PIP-uh (/ˈpɪpə/).
In terms of associations, one might think of Pippa Middleton, the younger sister of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. Pippa Middleton rose to fame after her appearance at her sister's royal wedding in 2011 and became a style icon. This association has likely contributed to the name's popularity.
According to data for newborns in the United States, Pippa has been consistently used as a given name over the years but with moderate frequency. Its ranking has varied between 1736 and 7511 since 2000. In recent years, however, its usage seems to be increasing steadily. The name's historical usage suggests that it maintains a level of timeless appeal.
Overall, Pippa is an endearing name with a delightful sound and rich associations. Whether you are drawn to its English origins or its fashionable connotations, Pippa makes an excellent choice for parents seeking a unique yet familiar name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as PIP-uh (/ˈpɪpə/)
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Notable People Named Pippa
| Pippa Middleton - Philippa Charlotte Matthews is a British socialite, author, and columnist, and the younger sister of Catherine, Princess of Wales. |
| Pippa Garner is a multi-talented artist, illustrator, industrial designer, and writer known for creating parody consumer products and custom vehicles, as well as authoring books like The Better Living Catalog and Utopia—or Bust! Products for the Perfect World. |
| Pippa Harris - Dame Philippa Jill Olivier Harris is a British film and television producer who co-founded Neal Street Productions in 2003. |
| Pippa Haywood - Philippa Jane Haywood is an English actress known for her roles in Green Wing, The Brittas Empire, and Bodyguard. |
| Pippa Wicks is a British businesswoman known for her role as the former executive director of John Lewis & Partners. |
| Pippa Small MBE is a British jeweller, anthropologist, and humanitarian known for her ownership of Pippa Small Jewellery. |
| Pippa Rogerson - Philippa Jane Rogerson is a British solicitor and academic, currently serving as the Master of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, and holding the position of Professor of Private International Law at the University of Cambridge. |
| Pippa Taylor - Philippa Claire Tarrant is a British radio producer, presenter, and book author known for her work on the Chris Moyles Breakfast show on Radio X. |
| Pippa Hinchley - Philippa Lucy Hinchley is an English actress known for her role as Elaine Fenwick in Coronation Street, as well as appearances in The Bill, Bugs, Doctors, Holby City, and EastEnders. |
| Pippa Wilson - Philippa Claire Wilson MBE is an English professional sailor. |
