Philipp is of German origin and means "lover of horses." It is a popular name in many European countries, including Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. In the English-speaking world, Philipp is often anglicized to Philip. Throughout history, notable figures with this name include Philipp Melanchthon, a key figure in the Protestant Reformation, and Philipp von Hörmann, a German chemist who contributed significantly to organic chemistry. The name Philipp reached peak popularity in Germany during the 1970s and 1980s but remains a beloved choice among parents today.
The name Philipp experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past century. With a peak of 25 births in 1997 and a recent low of 6 births in 2023, it seems its popularity has been waning in recent years, following a steady decline since the mid-90s. Notably, the name's popularity peaked twice during the late 1960s to early 1970s with 14 and 15 births respectively in those years.