Philippa
Philippa is a prime example of a boy's name adapted for girls that was common as crumpets in Cornwall, but rarely heard stateside, never having appeared in the Top 1000. That was before the advent of royal sister-in-law Philippa Middleton, who goes by the lively nickname Pippa.
Philippa has been fashionable in England since the fourteenth century when King Edward married Philippa of Hainault. There have been several early Saint Philippas, and it was the name of the wife of Geoffrey Chaucer.
Novelist Philippa Gregory authored the bestselling historical novel The Other Boelyn Girl.
Gender
Girl
Meaning
lover of horses
Origin
Greek, feminine variation of Philip
Numerology
P is for please, the way you always do.
H is for hug, give one today!
I is for ignite, the fire in you!
L is for life, that you live so well.
I is for intense, your zest of living.
P is for patriot, your love of country.
P is for proud, you can hold your head up!
A is for admirable, you certainly are!
Lucky
Philippa lucky number is 6.
Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.
Famous People Named Philippa
- Philippa Rachel "Pippa" Funnell English Olympic equestrian
- Philippa Ruth Foot English philosopher
- (Ann) Philippa Pearce English children's novelist
- Philippa Boyens New Zealand screenwriter
- Philippa "Pippa" Marrack English biologist
Philippa in Pop Culture
- Naomi Lapaglia character in film "The Wolf of Wall Street"
- Nancy Weston character on TV's "Thirtysomething"
- Miss Nancy main character in novelette "The Sitter's Hand" by author Tina Tirrell
- "Nancy Mulligan " song by Ed Sheeran
- "Fancy Nancy " children's book and TV series
