All about the name PAPA

Meaning, origin, history.

Papa is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin 'pater', meaning 'father'. It's a traditional and affectionate term used to address one's father or a close male figure, often carrying connotations of warmth and familiarity.

See also

Italian
Italy

Popularity of the name PAPA since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Papa experienced its peak popularity between 2003 and 2006 with 14 births each year, but has since seen a steady decline, with only 7 births recorded in 2021. Over the entire period from 1993 to 2023, there were a total of 247 babies named Papa.