Pa
Meaning: Carrying the beauty of its sounds into the world, as expressed through the name Pa
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #7410
Total births: 89
History: Pa embodies the French spirit, from the French colonial era to the Brothers Lumière's invention of cinema. Found across the peaks of Mont Blanc, it carries echoes of Auguste Rodin's sculptures. A name as captivating as the Moulin Rouge.
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Every number here comes directly from France’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1994) | #3679 |
| Babies named Pa in 1994 | 3 |
| Total recorded in France | 74 |
| Peak year | 1983 (9 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1393 |
| Years in records | 1978–1994 (13 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 2031 spots |
Frequently asked about Pa
What does the name Pa mean?
Pa means “Carrying the beauty of its sounds into the world, as expressed through the name Pa” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Pa?
Pa has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Carrying the beauty of its sounds into the world, as expressed through the name Pa”.
How popular is Pa in France?
Pa ranked #3679 in France in 1994 — given to 3 babies that year.
Is Pa a boy or girl name?
Pa is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Pas in registered births are female.
Is the name Pa rising or falling in popularity?
Pa has fallen 2031 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #1648 in 1989 to #3679 in 1994.
How long has Pa been recorded in France?
Pa appears in birth records in France across 13 years — from 1978 through 1994.