Surname · Romanian origin
Popa
Meaning
The surname Popa means Priest.
Origin
Romanian
Type
occupational
The origin of the surname Popa
Popa means “priest.”
What kind of surname is Popa?
Popa is a occupational surname, originally describing the bearer's job or trade. It belongs to the Romanian naming tradition — you can read how Romanian surnames were formed on our Romanian last names page.
Other Romanian surnames
Other occupational surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Popa mean?
The surname Popa means Priest. Popa means “priest.”
Where does the surname Popa come from?
Popa is a surname of Romanian origin.
What kind of surname is Popa?
Popa is a occupational surname, originally describing the bearer's job or trade.
What are other Romanian surnames?
Other Romanian surnames include Barbu, Ciobanu, Diaconu, Dumitrescu, Florescu, Gheorghiu.