Papa Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAH-pah / /ˈpɑː.pə/English; Italian; Spanish
Meaning
father (English); informal term for father (Italian, Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Papa' is a familiar term for father, often used by children. In Italian and Spanish, it serves as an affectionate term for a father figure, reflecting familial warmth and closeness. The term has been widely adopted across various cultures, symbolizing the universal bond between a parent and child.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Pappy
- Pop
- Papa Bear
International Variants
- Papá (Spanish)
- Papà (Italian)
Famous people named Papa
Papa John Schnatter — founder of Papa John's Pizza.
Fictional characters named Papa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Papa was first seen in the United States in 1993. Papa has ranked as high as #1307 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Papa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Papa (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 11 |