Pius Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPY-us / /ˈpaɪ.əs/Latin
Meaning
pious, devout
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pius is derived from the Latin word 'pius', which means pious or devout. It has been used historically in the context of the Roman Catholic Church, with several popes bearing the name. The name is often associated with virtue and religious devotion. Its usage has been more common in certain European countries, particularly in Italy.
Trend Summary
The name Pius has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pio
International Variants
- Pio (Italian)
- Pius (German)
- Pio (Spanish)
Famous people named Pius
Pius II was a Renaissance pope known for his literary works and efforts to promote the arts.
Pius X was canonized as a saint and is remembered for his reforms in the Catholic Church.
Fictional characters named Pius
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pius was first seen in the United States in 1911. Pius has ranked as high as #870 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in North Dakota, and South Dakota. In the past 5 years the name Pius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pius (1936)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ND | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 6 |