Holding steady.
Popularity of Pahoua since 1983
Babies named Pahoua per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 103 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Pahoua is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1983, suggesting a relatively recent arrival in American naming culture. Its peak usage came in 1994, when it was most frequently chosen for baby girls. Despite never entering the top 1000 rankings, the name has maintained a stable presence over the decades, with consistent but very low usage. The trajectory of Pahoua shows no signs of revival or decline, indicating a steady but niche appeal. The name's origins are likely Hmong, part of a broader pattern of names from Southeast Asian communities gaining visibility in the U.S. However, due to its rarity, specific top states associated with Pahoua are not recorded, and its exact meaning remains uncertain, possibly a modern Hmong coinage or a respelling of a traditional name.
Pahoua appears to be a modern name, likely of Hmong origin, possibly a respelling or variant of a traditional Hmong name. Hmong names often have meanings related to nature, beauty, or virtues, but the specific meaning of Pahoua is not well documented. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1983 and saw peak usage in 1994, suggesting it may be a recent coinage or adaptation.
Sibling names for Pahoua
Names that share Pahoua's style, for a brother or sister.
