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Papa

Pronunciation: [ p-AHP-uh ]

Boy Name #7,659 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Papa is a boy name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-AHP-uh.

Parents who love the name Papa often also consider Pauline, Pattie, Patsy .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#7,659
Total SSA Count
11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Papa

Is Papa a boy or girl name?
Papa is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Papa?
Papa is pronounced p-AHP-uh.
How popular is the name Papa?
Papa is currently ranked #7659 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Papa a common or rare name?
Papa is an uncommon name, ranked #7659 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Papa

Papa is a boy name .

Papa is currently ranked #7,659 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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