Pia
Meaning of Pia
The name Pia is a charming and elegant choice for baby girls, with its roots deeply embedded in Italian and German cultures. Pronounced as PEE-uh (/piːˈa/), Pia is derived from the Latin word "pius," meaning "pious" or "devout." This name exudes a sense of grace and spirituality, making it an appealing option for parents seeking a name with both historical significance and contemporary appeal. While variations like Piah exist, Pia remains the most recognized form. In the United States, the popularity of Pia has seen fluctuations over the years, with notable occurrences dating back to the early 20th century. Despite its modest ranking in recent years—holding position 1453 in 2023—the name retains a timeless charm that continues to endear it to new generations. With its succinct elegance and rich cultural heritage, Pia stands out as a beautiful choice for any baby girl.
Pronunciation
Italian,German
- Pronunced as PEE-uh (/piːˈa/)
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Notable People Named Pia
| Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach-Jauncey, also known as Pia Romero, is a Filipina model, actress, and beauty queen who gained fame by winning Miss Universe 2015. |
| Pia Whitesell is an Australian model, actress, and television presenter known for winning Dolly's annual modeling competition and appearing in advertising campaigns for brands like Myer and Mossimo. |
| Pia Toscano is an American singer who gained recognition from her appearance on American Idol and has released the EP Belong and debut album I'm Good. |
| Pia Miranda is an Australian actress known for her role in the 2000 film Looking for Alibrandi and for her appearances in Neighbours, Wentworth, and Mustangs FC. |
| Pia Cayetano - Pilar Juliana "Pia" Schramm Cayetano is a Filipina politician, lawyer, and television host who has served as a Senator and Representative of Taguig's 2nd district. |
| Pia Jasmin Guerra is an American-born Canadian comic book artist and editorial cartoonist, known for her work on Y: The Last Man and contributions to various comics and publications. |
| Pia Lamberg is a Finnish actress, fashion model, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Finland 2011 and represented Finland at the Miss Universe 2011 pageant. |
| Pia Lamberty is a German social psychologist known for her research on conspiracy ideologies and as a co-founder of CeMAS. |
| Pia Christmas-Møller is a Danish politician who served as a member of parliament from 1987 to 2011, representing the Conservative People's Party and later as an Independent. |
| Friedel Pia Lindström is a Swedish television journalist and the first child of actress Ingrid Bergman. |
| Pia Elda Locatelli is an Italian politician and Member of the European Parliament for North-West, known for her work with the Italian Socialist Democrats and her involvement in committees on industry, research, energy, women's rights, and gender equality. |
| Pia Getty - Pia Christina Miller Getty is a socialite and heiress. |
| Pia Zimmermann is a German politician who represented Die Linke in the Bundestag from Lower Saxony from 2013 to 2021. |
| Pia Nielsen is a retired female badminton player from Denmark. |
| Pia Dijkstra is a Dutch politician and chair of the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs of the Dutch House of Representatives, representing Democrats 66 (D66) since 2010. |
