Girl name · Spanish

Paz

“Peace”

Meaning
Peace
Origin
Spanish
Gender
Girl
Syllables
1
Popularity
Rare in the US
Style
Religious
Used in
Spanish

What people expect from a Paz

Paz has sharp, crisp sounds. Studies of name sounds find people expect someone with a sharp name to be lively, outgoing and bold. Being rare in the US, it stands out, and will be spelt back to you a few times.

The meaning is about peace. A name can't give a child peace, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.

A good fit if you hope for: a calm peacemaker.

Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.

Paz: name scorecard

Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.

97/100

Great choice

Paz

  • International readabilitySimple letters that read the same almost everywhere.
  • Easy to say and spellSays itself: 1 syllable, spelt how it sounds.
  • Not too common, not too strangeRare in the US: memorable, and it will be spelt out a lot.
  • Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
  • Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
  • A meaning to be proud ofMeans "Peace".
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Questions about Paz

What does the name Paz mean?

Paz is a girl's name of Spanish origin meaning "Peace".

Is Paz a boy or girl name?

Paz is usually a girl's name.

How popular is the name Paz?

Paz is rare in the US. It is used in Spanish.

Fun, but true. Name meanings come from common etymologies, which sometimes disagree. Height and weight paths are estimates from population growth data and published studies, not a medical assessment. If you're worried about your child's growth, talk to your paediatrician. Full disclaimer