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The name Philippa is of Greek, French origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Judaism religion. Numerologically, Philippa is often linked to the number 6.
Philippa Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Philippa mean? What is the meaning of the name Philippa
Meaning of Philippa: Name Philippa in the Greek, French origin, means A lover and friend of horses. Name Philippa is of Greek, French origin and is a Boy name. People with name Philippa are usually Judaism by religion.
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Philippa
Meaning
A lover and friend of horses
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 8 characters
Spell
P-H-I-L-I-P-P-A
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
6
Indian Vedic Numerology
11
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- Philippa Gregory
Philippa Gregory (born 9 January 1954) is an English historical novelist who has been publishing since 1987.
- Philippa Forrester
Philippa Forrester (born 20 September 1968 in Winchester, Hampshire) is a British television and radio presenter, producer and author.
- Philippa York
Philippa York (born Robert Millar on 13 September 1958) is a Scottish journalist and former professional road racing cyclist.
- Philippa Tomson
Pip Tomson (born 30 August 1977) is an English journalist and presenter.
- Philippa Marrack
Philippa "Pippa" Marrack FRS (born 28 June 1945) is an English immunologist and academic, based in the United States, best known for her research into T cell development, T cell apoptosis and survival, adjuvants, autoimmune disease, and for identifying superantigens, the mechanism behind toxic shock syndrome.
- Philippa Thomas
Philippa Thomas (born 22 November 1965) is a British television newsreader and journalist, both domestic and foreign, at the BBC and the main presenter of World News Today which airs on BBC World News, BBC News Channel and BBC Four.
- Philippa Ballantine
Philippa Ballantine (born 8 August 1971), who also used the pen name Pip Ballantine, is a contemporary New Zealand author of speculative fiction and an avid podcaster.
- Philippa Coulthard
Philippa Anne Coulthard is an Australian television actress, best known for playing Jorjie in the Doctor Who spin-off series K-9, lead character Amber Mitchell in Lightning Point, and Helen Schlegel in the BBC production of Howards End.
- Philippa Hanna
Philippa Hanna (born 28 March 1984) is a British singer-songwriter from Sheffield, England.
- Philippa Lowthorpe
Philippa Lowthorpe (born 27 December 1961) is an award-winning film and television director.
- Philippa Whitford
Philippa Whitford (born 24 December 1958) is a Scottish National Party (SNP) politician and a breast surgeon.
- Philippa Roe, Baroness Couttie
Philippa Marion Roe, Baroness Couttie (born 25 September 1962) is a British Conservative politician, who served as Leader of Westminster City Council from 2012 to 2017.
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Numerology of Philippa
Numerology for Philippa - Number 6 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Philippa Numerology: Name Philippa has a number value of 6 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 6 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 11 |
| Motivation Number | 1 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 6 |
| Inner Dream Number | 5 |
| Soul Urge Number | 1 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 1 |
| Personality Number | 5 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Philippa
Syllables in Philippa Name
How many syllables in baby name Philippa? Philippa has 3 syllables. The name "Philippa" can be divided into 3 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Philippa? | 3 (phi - lip - pa) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 8 |
| Unique letters: | 5 (p, h, i, l, a) |
| Philippa backwards: | appilihp |
| Philippa sorted alphabetically: | ahiilppp |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | P-H-I-L-I-P-P-A |
| Pronunciation |
Name Philippa is combinations of, 3 occurances of P, 1 occurance of H, 2 occurances of I, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of A.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Philippa
Philippa's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Philippa on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Philippa! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Philippa, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Philippa! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
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What is the meaning of Philippa?
Name Philippa means A lover and friend of horses as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Philippa Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Philippa?
Name Philippa has numerology 11 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Philippa?
Numerology number of Philippa is 11 (Vedic) and 6 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Philippa?
The lucky number of name Philippa is 11 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Philippa name?
The name Philippa has 8 letters. The name Philippa consists of 1 word with 8 characters.
Where does the name Philippa come from?
Philippa is a Greek, French name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Philippa?
The name Philippa is of Greek, French origin and is used within Judaism communities.
What does Philippa mean?
Name Philippa means A lover and friend of horses as per The ParentZ
What does the name Philippa mean?
Philippa is of Greek, French origin and means A lover and friend of horses as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Philippa?
Philippa means A lover and friend of horses and is a Greek, French name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Philippa consists of 8 alphabets.
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