"horse lover"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Flip
Pronunciation: [ fl-IHP ]
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A breezy one-syllable name for a horse lover
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Things to Know About This Name
- Flip can mean to turn over or be flippant, which some may find too casual for a formal name
- Associated with Flip Wilson, comedian known for controversial cross-dressing character
The Story of Flip
Flip is a diminutive of Philip (or Dutch Filippo/Filip), from the Greek Philippos meaning horse lover (philos = lover + hippos = horse). While Philip has centuries of royal and religious history, Flip emerged as a breezy American and Dutch nickname in the 20th century. In the Netherlands, Flip is still used as a standalone given name.
Flip enjoyed some popularity in mid-20th century America, partly boosted by comedian Flip Wilson (1933-1998). It remains extremely rare as a legal birth name, though it persists as a nickname for Philip in Dutch communities.
In the Netherlands, Flip is a legitimate given name used independently of Philip, reflecting Dutch traditions of using short, friendly diminutives as formal names. In American culture, Flip Wilson was the first Black performer to host a successful weekly variety show, The Flip Wilson Show (1970-74).
Historical Record
Flip first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 5 babies have been named Flip in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Flip is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,513 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Philip comes from the Greek for horse lover, making it the name of equestrian enthusiasts across history
- Comedian Flip Wilson hosted the first Black-headlined variety show to become a top-rated US program in 1970
- In the Netherlands, Flip is used as a standalone name, not just a nickname
Flip in Other Languages
Dutch
Flip
French
Philippe
German
Philipp
Italian
Filippo
Spanish
Felipe
Popularity Over Time
#39,513
Current Rank
Rare
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Flip
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Flip Saunders
Athlete
1955
American NBA head coach who led the Minnesota Timberwolves and other teams
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Flip Wilson
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1933
American comedian and actor who hosted The Flip Wilson Show, the first successful Black-led variety program
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #39,513
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American Dutch English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flip
What does the name Flip mean?
"horse lover" (from Greek). "fond of horses" (from Greek). Flip is a diminutive of Philip (or Dutch Filippo/Filip), from the Greek Philippos meaning horse lover (philos = lover + hippos = horse). While Philip has centuries of royal and religious history, Flip emerged as a breezy American and Dutch nickname in the 20th century. In the Netherlands, Flip is still used as a standalone given name.
What is the origin of the name Flip?
Flip has Greek, American, Dutch, and English origins. In Greek, it means "horse lover". In Greek, it means "fond of horses".
Is Flip a boy or girl name?
Flip is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Flip?
Flip is pronounced fl-IHP.
How popular is the name Flip?
Flip is currently ranked #39513 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Flip?
Popular middle name pairings include Flip James, Flip John, Flip Michael, Flip Thomas, Flip Lee, Flip Ray, and Flip Jay.
What are good sibling names for Flip?
Names that pair well with Flip as siblings include Skip, Ace, Dash, Kit, Finn, Rex, and Beau.
How many syllables does Flip have?
Flip has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Flip a common or rare name?
Flip is an uncommon name, ranked #39513 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Flip?
Are there other spellings for Flip?
Related spellings include Flint.
About the Name Flip
Flip is a boy name with American, Dutch, and English origins . The name means "horse lover" in Greek .
Flip is currently ranked #39,513 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Flip has 1 syllable and is pronounced fl-IHP, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Flip include Flint . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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