Pia
Pia is a girls' name of Latin origin meaning “Pious, devout, or reverent.” The feminine form of the Latin 'pius,' meaning dutiful or devout.
how do you pronounce Pia?
PEE-uh
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what does Pia mean?
The name Pia means “Pious, devout, or reverent.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
The feminine form of the Latin 'pius,' meaning dutiful or devout. Common across Italy, Germany, and Scandinavia, it is a quiet, elegant name with deep religious roots and minimalist appeal.
where does the name Pia come from?
Wiktionary sources agree Pia is the feminine form of the papal name Pius, from the Latin pius, meaning pious or dutiful, matching the existing gloss. One entry adds that by folk etymology it became associated with Scandinavian-style nicknames such as Mia, Moa, and Thea, and was taken up as a given name in the 20th century, cognate with the Finnish Piia.
the history of Pia
Wikipedia confirms Pia is used as a feminine given name, with the Spanish spelling Pia (Pía); per Wiktionary, it saw a fresh uptake as a name in Scandinavia in the 20th century rather than being continuously used since antiquity.
what are the nicknames and variants of Pia?
Variants around the world
who are famous people named Pia?
- Pia Mia
- Pia Wurtzbach
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what names go well with Pia?
Sibling names that share Pia's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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