Poins Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Poins is listed in our database as a boy name of Shakespearean origin. Its recorded meaning is “'King Henry IV, Part 1 and 2' Edward Poins, an irregular humorist”.

Poins Name at a Glance

Name Poins
Meaning 'King Henry IV, Part 1 and 2' Edward Poins, an irregular humorist.
Origin Shakespearean
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Poins Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Poins means “'King Henry IV, Part 1 and 2' Edward Poins, an irregular humorist”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Poins Name Origin

Our database records Poins under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Poins a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Poins is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Poins

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