Pio

Q: What is the origin of Pio?

Pio is of Italian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Pio a boy name?

Pio is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Pious"

An Italian short form from Latin for pious, strongly associated with Catholic saintly and papal naming traditions.

Themes:saintsitalianvirtuemasculine

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Pio

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#7125Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Pio did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Pio Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Pio.

8 ideas

pie

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pioie

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pioy

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pioo

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Baby Name Lists That Include Pio

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Pio mean?

Pio means "Pious". An Italian short form from Latin for pious, strongly associated with Catholic saintly and papal naming traditions.

What is the origin of Pio?

Pio is of Italian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Pio?

According to the latest SSA data, Pio is currently ranked #7125 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Pio a boy name?

Pio is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Pio?

Popular nicknames for Pio include pie, py, po, pi, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Pio?

There are many names similar to Pio in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginItalian, Latin

Syllables2

Length3 letters

US Rank#7125

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Amare Americo Armoni Attilio Avante

Sisters

Annabella Allegra Analisa Annamaria Arionna

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