Pippa is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #2507 in 2023 with 71 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 120 births ranking #1741. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 22,572 girls born was named Pippa. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Pippa is a lively short form of Philippa and shares the meaning 'lover of horses'. It feels spirited, polished, and unmistakably bright.
Once mainly a nickname, Pippa gained wider profile as a standalone choice because it sounds playful but still rests on a substantial classic root. Its rise reflects modern affection for upbeat short forms.