Pius
Meaning of Pius
Pius is a male name with Latin origins. It is pronounced as PYE-uhs (/ˈpaɪəs/). The name has variations, such as Pio. In terms of popularity, Pius has been given to newborn boys in the United States since at least 1911. While it has not consistently ranked among the top names, it has remained relatively steady in occurrence over the years. In recent times, Pius has been given to an average of 8 to 10 boys per year in the US. The name Pius carries a sense of strength and dignity, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Latin
- Pronunced as PYE-uhs (/ˈpaɪəs/)
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Notable People Named Pius
| Pius Adebola Adesanmi was a Nigerian-born Canadian academic and author known for his satirical essays, tragically passing away in the Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crash in 2019. |
| Pius of Saint Aloysius was an Italian Roman Catholic cleric known for his strong dedication to his order's charism and deep faith. |
| Pius Okigbo was a distinguished Nigerian economist and the older brother of poet Christopher Okigbo, known for his academic achievements and educational background. |
| Pius Nkonzo Langa SCOB was a prominent South African Chief Justice, known for his service on the Constitutional Court and his appointment by Nelson Mandela. |
| Pius Coxwell Achanga is a management professional, industrial scientist, and academic administrator who currently serves as the Vice Chancellor of Mountains of the Moon University in Uganda. |
| Pius Ngugi Mbugua is a prominent Kenyan entrepreneur and one of the wealthiest individuals in the country. |
| Pius Malekandathil is an Indian historian, priest of the Syro-Malabar Church, and a professor at the Centre for Historical Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. |
| Pius C. Kuriakose served as the Lokayukta of Kerala and was the Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court. |
| Bishop Pius Thomas D'Souza is the current serving bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ajmer, India. |
| Pius M. G. Griffiths was a member of the parliament of Ghana. |
| Pius Ngandu Nkashama was a renowned professor, writer, playwright, poet, and literary critic born in 1946 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. |
| Pius Omachi Yatoli is a Kenyan winger playing for Nairobi City Stars in the Kenyan Premier League. |
| Pius Adome is a Ugandan sprinter who competed in the 100m and 200m events at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, finishing 5th and 4th respectively in his heats. |
| Pius Msekwa served as the Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania and later became vice-chairman of the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi. |
| Pius Tirkey - Piyus Tirkey, an Indian politician, served as a five-time Member of Parliament representing the Alipurduars constituency in West Bengal from 1977 to 1996. |
