Pope - Last Names

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Pope

/poʊp/

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Moderate

Meaning

Head of the Roman Catholic Church or priest

Represents spiritual leadership, authority, and moral guidance. As a surname, it signifies ancestral connection to someone associated with the church or irony/satire in nickname origins.

Symbolism

Embodies religious authority, institutional power, and reverence. Symbolically, it can suggest wisdom, piety, or a commanding presence.

Etymology: Derived from the Middle English 'pope' and Old English 'papa', ultimately from Latin 'papa' meaning 'father'. Originally an occupational or nickname surname for someone who played the pope in religious dramas, served in the church, or ironically resembled one.

Style & Origin

traditional
professional
english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, the name Pope has strong ties to Christian religious hierarchy and medieval

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