FILIP
Filip
Filip is a relatively rare British surname of European origin, deriving from the personal name "Philip", which itself comes from the Greek name "Philippos", meaning "lover of horses". The surname Filip is most likely to have been brought to the UK by immigrants from countries such as Poland, Romania, or Hungary, where it is a common first name.
The first recorded instances of the Filip surname in Britain date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, coinciding with significant waves of Eastern European migration to the UK. Over time, the surname has become gradually more integrated into British society.
Individuals with the surname Filip can be found across the UK, although it is not particularly widespread. They may have ancestral connections to various European countries, reflecting the diverse origins of the surname.
As with many surnames, the bearers of the surname Filip have likely followed a variety of occupations and pursued diverse paths in life. Today, those with the surname Filip are part of the rich tapestry of British society, contributing to the country's cultural and social landscape.
There are approximately 127 people named Filip in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Filip.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bogdan
- Bryan
- Daniel
- Gabriel
- Krzysztof
- Marcin
- Marius
- Misha
- Pawel
- Tomas
- Victor
Female
- Ana
- Aneta
- Anna
- Elena
- Ewelina
- Joanna
- Katarzyna
- Laura
- Maria
- Phyllis
Similar and related surnames
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