How Many People Are Named Paz?

Complete statistics for the name Paz: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Paz
Rare
Spanish

Paz means 'peace' in Spanish, making it a serene choice for parents. Only 624 people named Paz live in the US today, which means 1 in 528,911 Americans have this name. The majority of people named Paz are under 30, giving it a modern vibe.

~27,105
Living in US
1 in 12,228
Americans
2019
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Peace
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Calm Gentle Harmonious
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

51,733
Worldwide Bearers
#17,966
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
18,500
🇲🇽 Mexico
14,585
🇪🇸 Spain
4,634
🇺🇸 United States
4,347
🇸🇻 El Salvador
3,269
🇮🇱 Israel
1,688
🇨🇱 Chile
651
🇵🇪 Peru
598
🇧🇴 Bolivia
486
🇭🇳 Honduras
483

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
151 (24%)
♀ Female
473 (76%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 44
410
Would be under 30 (49%)
154
Would be 30–60 (19%)
268
Would be over 60 (32%)

All 832 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2019

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
85
Classic Feel
21
Modern Appeal
99
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Paz Through the Generations

Paz has seen a steady rise in popularity, peaking in 2019 with 27 births. Today, the average age of someone named Paz is 44, indicating that while the name is still relatively new, it's gaining traction among younger generations. Of the 624 people named Paz in the US, 410 are under 30, 154 are between 30 and 60, and 268 are over 60, showing a strong presence among both young and older adults.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 80
California 39
Florida 6

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Paz's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Paz

How Many People Have the Name Paz?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 27,105 people in the United States currently share the name Paz. That works out to roughly 1 in every 12,228 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Paz a Common or Rare Name?

Paz is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Paz Mean?

Paz means "peace" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Paz in SSA data, approximately 24% are male and 76% are female.

When Was Paz Most Popular?

The name Paz reached peak popularity in 2019, with 27 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Paz?

Approximately 27,105 people named Paz live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 27,105. That works out to roughly 1 in 12,228 Americans.

Is Paz a rare name?

Paz is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 12,228 Americans has this name.

What does the name Paz mean?

Paz means "peace" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Paz more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 24% of people named Paz are male and 76% are female.

When was Paz most popular?

Paz peaked in 2019 with 27 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US27,105
All-Time Births27,105
1 in X1 in 12,228
RarityRare
GenderFemale
Avg Age44
Peak Year2019
World Rank#17,966
Male %24%
Female %76%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.