Rip

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Rip is a nickname for someone who rips or tears things apart. It can also be short for Rippley, a surname meaning "woodland clearing where young pigs are kept."
Pronunciation
RIP
Rip is pronounced "rip" with a short "i" sound.
Popularity
Rip is a rare name in the world and is not ranked in the top 1000 boy names in the US, according to Social Security Administration.

cartoon of the name Rip
Cartoon of Rip

Rip Name meanings & History

Rip is a nickname for someone who rips or tears things apart. It can also be short for Rippley, a surname meaning "woodland clearing where young pigs are kept.". Short form of Rippert. Rip is not commonly used as a standalone name, but it can be a cool nickname for a young boy or a man who embodies a rebellious, adventurous spirit.

Zodiac Sign of Rip: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Rip:

R: Restless,Resourceful,Rational,Reason

I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence

P: Passive,Political,Partnership,Particular,Pensive

Rip is:

  • a Mature name
  • a Nerdy name
  • a Serious name
  • a Unintellectual name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Rip Torn was a famous American actor, who appeared in several iconic movies and TV shows, including Men in Black, The Larry Sanders Show, and Dodgeball. Another notable figure with the name Rip is Rip Van Winkle, the main character in Washington Irving's popular short story, who slept for twenty years in the Catskill Mountains.

2.) Rip (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: (Dutch) ripe; full grown. (English) a short form of Ripley.

Other Forms: Ripp, Ryp, Rypp


3.) Rip (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) serene

Other Forms: Ripp, Rippe


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