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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.

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how do you pronounce Pia?

PEE-uh

where does the name Pia come from?

The feminine form of the papal name Pius, from the Latin pius, pious or dutiful; it is related to the Finnish Piia.

Common across Italy, Germany, and Scandinavia, it is a quiet, elegant name with deep religious roots and minimalist appeal.

the history of Pia

Pia was taken up as a given name in Scandinavia in the 20th century, helped by its likeness to nicknames such as Mia, Moa and Thea; the Spanish form is Pía.

who are famous people named Pia?

  • Pia Mia
  • Pia Wurtzbach

what are the nicknames and variants of Pia?

Variants around the world

PíaPiia

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Sibling names that share Pia's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.

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quick answers about Pia

What does the name Pia mean?

Pia means “Pious, devout, or reverent”.

What is the origin of the name Pia?

Pia comes from the Latin naming tradition. Related forms include Pía and Piia.

How popular is the name Pia?

Pia has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.

Is Pia a boy or girl name?

Pia is primarily a girls' name.

How do you pronounce Pia?

Pia is pronounced PEE-uh, with 2 syllables.

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