Pia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pia is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'pious' or 'devout.' It evolved from the Latin 'pius' and has been used since ancient times. The name embodies traits of reverence and grace, and does not have specific biblical relevance. It gained popularity in Italy and among Christian populations, and is currently viewed as a sophisticated name. Notable individuals with this name include Pia Zadora and Pia Lindström.
The name Pia is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Pia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3936th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2307th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1976th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2904th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3475th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1877th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Pia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pia"
Pronunciation
/ˈpiːə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Pia is derived from the Latin word 'pius,' meaning 'pious' or 'devout.' It conveys a sense of reverence and respect.
Meaning
Pious, devout
Language Evolution
Pius (Latin), Pia (Latin), Pia (Modern)
Historical Usage
The name Pia has been used since ancient Rome and gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Pio (masculine variant), Piazza (derived form), Piaf (related but different)
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Pia is often perceived as a charming and elegant name, commonly associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Pia Zadora (American actress and singer), Pia Lindström (Swedish-American journalist and television personality)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Pia"
"Pia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3936th of 9107 | 96 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2307th of 12526 | 440 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1976th of 19264 | 708 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2904th of 27321 | 593 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3475th of 35406 | 686 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1877th of 30306 | 1,300 |
Regional Popularity of "Pia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Pia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
51.98% 1263rd/2430 |
- |
74.20% 2059th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
29.66% 1033rd/3483 |
- |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
34.61% 1549th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
50.12% 3166th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
39.31% 2030th/5164 |
53.23% 3893rd/7313 |
38.83% 2898th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
66.44% 2647th/3984 |
28.30% 1270th/4487 |
28.95% 1975th/6822 |
26.45% 1660th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.