Pau Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOW / /paʊ/Spanish; Catalan; Hebrew
Meaning
small; humble; peace
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish and Catalan, Pau is derived from 'paz', meaning peace, and is often associated with Saint Paul. In Hebrew, it is linked to the name Shalom, which also means peace. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a common theme of tranquility.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Pablo
- Paulo
- Paw
International Variants
- Pau (Spanish)
- Noé (French)
- Pablo (Spanish)
- Paolo (Italian)
Famous people named Pau
Pau Gasol — professional basketball player.
Pau Dones — musician.
Fictional characters named Pau
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pau was first seen in the United States in 1989. Pau has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Pau has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pau (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OK | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 41 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 23 |