Filipe

Filipe is a British surname of Portuguese origin derived from the given name Felipe. The name Felipe is a Spanish and Portuguese form of Philip, ultimately derived from the Greek name Philippos, which means "friend of horses". The surname Filipe is believed to have been brought to the British Isles by Portuguese immigrants or merchants.

The Filipe surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with few individuals carrying this name. Those who do bear this surname may have ancestral ties to Portugal or have ancestors who emigrated from Portugal to the UK.

The Filipe surname typically reflects a proud Portuguese heritage and may be associated with traditions, customs, and family histories originating in Portugal. It represents a small but significant element of the diverse tapestry of British surnames with roots in foreign lands.

There are approximately 188 people named Filipe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Filipe.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Antonio
  • Carlos
  • David
  • Joao
  • Joaquim
  • John
  • Jose
  • Luis
  • Paulo
  • Ricardo

Female

  • Ana
  • Carla
  • Helena
  • Jane
  • Maria
  • Paula
  • Sandra
  • Sara
  • Sarah
  • Tyla

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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