Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Hippolit

      Origin

      Greek

      Meaning

      Horse Lover or Friend of Horses

      Variations

      Hippolita, Hippolitos, Hipolito
      The name Hippolit is of Greek origin, derived from the words hippos, meaning horse, and lotos, which translates to lover or friend. Thus, Hippolit can be interpreted as horse lover or friend of horses. This name encapsulates the historical reverence for horses in various cultures, symbolizing strength, nobility, and a deep bond between humans and these majestic animals.

      Historically, the name Hippolit can be found in ancient Greek mythology and literature. One of the most notable figures is Hippolytus, the son of Theseus and Hippolyta, the queen of the Amazons. His story, which appears in various texts, including plays by Euripides and others, often reflects themes of love, loyalty, and tragic fate. As a result, the name has been associated with heroic qualities and has appeared in writings dating back to classical antiquity, illustrating its long-standing significance in cultural narratives.

      In contemporary times, the name Hippolit is relatively uncommon but still retains a degree of uniqueness and charm. It may be encountered in various cultural contexts, particularly in literature and artistic works that draw on classical themes or evoke a sense of nostalgia. Additionally, the name has found modern iterations in various languages and regions, reflecting the enduring connection between humans and horses in hobbies such as equestrian sports and the ongoing appreciation for equine companionship.

      Based on our records...

      Durafour

      Durafour

      This is the most common surname associated with Hippolit.
      Anna

      Anna

      This is the most common name of those married to a Hippolit.
      Anna

      Anna

      This is the most common name for a child of a Hippolit.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1837 is when there were the most people born with the first name Hippolit.

      Explore the origins of another name.