Pua
Fact sheet
- Name
- Pua
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 1
Pua (פוה) is a variant of Puah (פועה), a biblical girl's name from the Old Testament. Its meaning can be translated as 'the Shining', 'the Radiant', or simply 'the Girl'.
What does the name Pua mean?
Pua (פוה) is a variant of the name Puah (פועה) and has its origins in the Old Testament. The name conveys the meanings 'the Shining', 'the Radiant', and 'the Girl'. It is derived from the ancient Hebrew word yapa' (יפע), which means 'to radiate'. In Spanish, púa is translated with terms like 'plectrum', 'prong', 'quill', 'noble rice', 'tooth', 'spike', 'thorn', and 'tine'. In Hawaiian, however, the name can be interpreted as 'the flower' or 'the descendant'. In the Old Testament, Pua is mentioned as one of the two midwives in Egypt who, against the Pharaoh's command, kept the newborn Hebrew boys alive (Exodus 1:15-22).
Where does the name Pua come from?
The first name Pua has ancient Hebrew roots and means 'the Shining'. Its
How do you pronounce Pua?
Pua is pronounced like 'Puh-ah'.
Popularity
In Germany, Pua is considered a rare name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Pua has been given as a first name less than 10 times, which earned it the 9,317th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 11,574th. The global popularity and frequency of Pua is illustrated by its rankings in the name charts of individual countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Winny Puah
Famous people
- Pua Magasiva (Samoan actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Pua
What is the origin of the name Pua?
The first name Pua has ancient Hebrew roots and means 'the Shining'. It is derived from the ancient Hebrew word yapa' which means 'to radiate'. In the Hawaiian language, Pua is translated as 'flower' or 'descendant'.
What does the name Pua mean?
Pua is a variant of the name Puah and carries meanings such as 'the Shining', 'the Radiant', and 'the Girl'. Additionally, the name has various translations in the Spanish language, including 'plectrum' and 'tooth'.
How popular is the name Pua?
The popularity of the name Pua varies by region, but it is appreciated as a traditional name in some cultures, particularly in Hawaii. In other countries, it is less common, but it is gaining attention due to its special meaning and sound.