Meaning & Story
A Slavic form of Philip, from the Greek Philippos meaning 'friend of horses' or 'lover of horses.'
Filip is the clean, continental version of Philip — used across Scandinavia, Poland, and the Czech Republic, it has a crisp sound that travels well. For a male pet, it strikes a nice balance between classic and international, feeling both familiar and distinctive. It's a strong, single-syllable-friendly name that's easy to call across a park. Dogs named Filip tend to be athletic, eager, and excellent on a leash.