Papi
Meaning of Papi
The name Papi, primarily a male name, carries a warm and affectionate tone. It is most commonly associated with Spanish and Italian origins, where it is pronounced as PAH-pee (/paˈpi/). In both languages, "papi" is an endearing term often used colloquially to refer to a father or a loved one, adding a familial and loving connotation to the name. While not widely common in the United States, its usage has been recorded with 5 newborns named Papi in 2023, ranking it at 12,190. A notable variation of Papi is Pablo, which might be considered by parents looking for names with similar Latin roots but more prevalent usage. Papi could be an excellent choice for parents seeking a unique name with deep cultural significance and a tender familial association.
Pronunciation
Italian, Spanish
- Pronunced as PAH-pee (/paˈpi/)
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Notable People Named Papi
| Jiang Yilei, better known as Papi Jiang, is a Chinese comedian famous for her humorous short videos on everyday topics like entertainment, dating, and family relationships. |
| Papi Sánchez - Robert José de León "Papi" Sánchez is a Dominican merengue rapper and singer who initially started as a hip hop MC and radio host before finding success by blending rap, R&B, and merengue music in the mid-2000s. |
| Papi White is a professional Canadian football wide receiver and kick returner who is currently a free agent. |
| Papi Zothwane is a former South African soccer midfielder who now manages the team Uthongathi. |
| Gilberto Oviedo la Portilla, known as Papi Oviedo, was a celebrated Cuban tres player who popularized the son cubano genre globally through his performances with Buena Vista Social Club and other bands. |
| Papi Turgeman - Shalom Charly "Papi" Turgeman is a former Israeli basketball player known for his leadership as captain of the national team and his achievement as the Israel Premier League Assists Leader in 1995. |
| Papi Kimoto - Papy Okitankoyi Kimoto is a former DR Congolese professional footballer and striker, known for playing with the national team and clubs like SC Lokeren and Standard Liège, who now coaches the DR Congo women's national team. |
