Philp

Greek

"lover of horses"

Philp Origin and Meaning

The name Philp is a boy's name.

Philp is a masculine name that represents a rare spelling variant of the more common Philip or Phillip. Derived from the Greek name Philippos, it combines 'philos' (loving, friend) and 'hippos' (horse), meaning 'lover of horses' or 'friend of horses.' This streamlined spelling omits the second 'i' or second 'l' found in traditional versions, creating a more compact form while maintaining the same pronunciation. Philp has historical roots in Scotland and Cornwall, where it appeared in family names and occasionally as a given name. Though significantly less common than the standard spellings, Philp offers a distinctive alternative that preserves the name's classic heritage with a slightly different visual presentation. The name carries the same associations of nobility and strength as its more conventional counterparts.