Meaning & Story
Catalan and Spanish for peace — from the Latin pax — a name of profound simplicity and deep meaning, suggesting serenity and harmony.
Pau is the Catalan word for peace, and as a name it carries the full weight of that beautiful concept in just three letters. In Catalonia and parts of South America, Pau is a common given name for both men and women, and it has a serene, minimal quality that feels meditative. For a pet, Pau is perfect for the animal who genuinely brings calm into a home — the dog who diffuses tension just by arriving, the cat who settles at your feet during the worst days. Short, meaningful, and quietly powerful.