Male Name
Flip
ˈflɪp
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Animal Crossing characters
child actors
comedians
diminutives
Doctor Who companions
English nouns
English verbs
German Animal Crossing characters
hair
isograms
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
45/100
modern80%
youthful160%
informal175%
common100%
urban80%
devious80%
rough65%
strange120%
simple160%
comedic160%
Meaning & Etymology
Flip is a diminutive form of the name Filip, which is a variant of Philip. The name Philip originates from the Greek name Φίλιππος (Philippos), meaning 'friend of horses'. Flip, as a nickname, has been used in various contexts, including literature, entertainment, and sports, often denoting a playful or informal character.
Etymology
Original Form:
Φίλιππος (Philippos)
Evolution:
From Greek to Latin 'Philippus', then to various European languages as 'Philip', and finally to the diminutive 'Flip'.
Source:
Etymological dictionaries and historical linguistics studies.