Felipa
About Felipa
Felipa is the feminine form of Felipe, which is the Spanish and Portuguese version of Philip. Derived from the Greek name Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses' or 'friend of horses,' this name has been used throughout the Spanish-speaking world for centuries. While less common than its masculine counterpart, Felipa carries the same distinguished history and royal connections, as numerous monarchs have borne the name Philip/Felipe. The name has a graceful, melodious sound that reflects its Latin heritage. In modern usage, Felipa remains a traditional choice in Hispanic communities, appreciated for its classic feminine elegance and cultural significance.
Pronounced fuh-LEE-puh.
As of October 2026, Felipa ranked #13983 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #929 in 1919.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Felipa on lists
Famous Felipas
- Felipa Alicia Palacios
Colombian track athlete
- Felipa Colón de Toledo
2nd duchess of la Vega and 2nd duchess of Veragua and 2nd Marquesa of Jamaica, great,granddaughter of explorer Christopher Columbus
Felipa in pop culture
- "Felipa Sánchez
la soldadera," Mexican telenovela and its main character