Pope or father
Derived from the French word 'pape', which ultimately comes from the Latin 'papa'. It was historically used as a nickname for someone who behaved in a pompous manner or as a surname for someone associated with the church. In West Africa, particularly Senegal, it is a very common given name often used as an honorific for a namesake grandfather.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Pape in 2025.
Former president of Olympique de Marseille
Senegalese professional footballer
French professional basketball player
Senegalese professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
