Pious, devout, or dutiful
Derived from the Latin word 'pius', the name signifies a person who is religious, dutiful, and respectful of their obligations to God and family. It has a long history within the Catholic Church, having been chosen by twelve different popes.
About 10 boys were named Pius in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Head of the Catholic Church during World War II
Minister for Magic under the Imperius Curse · Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Swiss professional ice hockey player
Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD
