Will my child share the name Pippa with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 348 UK babies named Pippa per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Pippa in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Pippa becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Pippa has been fairly steady, ranked #141 in 2025 against #120 in 2020. Its best recorded position was #112 in 2018.

Is Pippa a good choice for a distinctive name?

Pippa is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Pippa?

Notable people named Pippa include: Pippa Grandison, Pippa Wilson and Pippa Black.

Is Pippa a popular baby name in the United States?

Pippa does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

👧 Girl's name 📊 Moderately Common UK #141

Pippa

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Pippa sits comfortably in the UK charts at #141 in 2025 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.

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UK Rank 2025

#141

About the Name Pippa

Pippa has held its ground, ranked #141 in 2025 and never far from its best of #112 in 2018 — a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Pippa is fairly common in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Pippa in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Pippa

Pippa Grandison — Pippa Jody Grandison is an Australian actress, singer and director.
Pippa Wilson — Philippa Claire Wilson MBE is an English professional sailor.
Pippa Black — Pippa Black is an Australian actress.

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