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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Peace (from Latin pax)
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- PAHZ
Paz is a Spanish name for girls, pronounced PAHZ, and it means "peace," from the Latin pax. It's short, clean, and modern, with a worldly feel that travels easily across languages.
Meaning & Origin of Paz
Meaning: Peace (from Latin pax).
Origin: Spanish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Paz
PAHZIPA /ˈpɑːz/
Popularity of Paz
Paz is a rare pick in the U.S.: it ranked #6084 in 2024, with 20 girls given the name. Its highest ranking came back in 1930, when it reached #2415 with 12 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Paz mean?
Peace (from Latin pax). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Paz?
Paz is pronounced PAHZ (IPA: /ˈpɑːz/).
Is Paz a popular name right now?
Paz peaked at #2415 in 1930 and is ranked #6084 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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