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Philippa

American  
[fi-lip-uh] / fɪˈlɪp ə /

noun

  1. a female given name: derived from Philip.


Example Sentences

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“Workers feel busier. Outputs look polished. AI tools are everywhere,” said Cambridge professor Dr. Philippa Hardman.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Meanwhile Philippa, knowing that “visionaries are ungovernable,” fears that Barton’s presence in her nunnery portends catastrophe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Original ‘Lord of the Rings’ director Peter Jackson, screenwriters Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens and star Andy Serkis will reunite for ‘The Hunt for Gollum.’

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Motherland spin-off Amandaland dominates the best comedy actress category with three nods - for Lucy Punch, Philippa Dunne and Jennifer Saunders.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Hearing Philippa call her by her name sent an unexpected burst of pleasure through her.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas