Philippa

A Dictionary of First Names | 2006 | 288 words | Copyright

Philippa ♀ Latin feminine form of Philip. In England during the Middle Ages the vernacular name Philip was borne by women as well as men, but female bearers were distinguished in Latin records by this form. It was not, however, used as a regular given name until the 19th century.

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