Filipo
Filipo is a given name used in some European contexts, most often as a variant spelling of Filippo, the Italian form of Philip. The name derives from the Greek Philippos, from philein “to love” and hippos “horse,” traditionally interpreted as “lover of horses” or “friend of horses.” In Italian, the standard form is Filippo; Filipo is rarer and is typically found in historical records, dialectal use, or as a transliteration in non-Latin scripts.
Across languages, related forms include Filippo (Italian), Filip (Slavic and some Nordic variants), Felipe (Spanish and
Usage and distribution: Filipo as a spelling variant is uncommon today but can be encountered in older
Notable bearers: Because Filipo is a less common spelling, few well-known individuals are specifically identified under