Piedad
pi(e)-dad
Popularity:
12335
Origin:
Mexican
Other Origin(s):
Latin,Spanish
Meaning:
Piety; Devotion; Respect
Piedad is a feminine name of Mexican and Spanish origin that means “piety” or “devotion,” offering quite a subtle nod to faith. It is a variant of the name Pia, which can be used as a sweet nickname for Piedad. It was popularized in the 17th century by the Puritans and comes from the Latin pĭĕtās, meaning “piety” or “respect.” With a name like Piedad, baby is sure to be as loyal as they are passionate.