Hello, Dr Shreya Tiwari here, I understand your concern and I would like you to not worry much based on the information from online sources or Google per se.
But I would like to know whether you both have any kind of symptom or any recurring genital infection which might be concerning to you?
Next Steps
I would really like to know the age and any symptoms (if present) of your wife for further advice
Health Tips
Although yes HPV does transmit through prolonged skin to skin contact like due to holding hands or kissing and can even occur in people who have only one sexual partner.
And HPV infection if present is a known risk factor for causing cervical cancer in females. But nowadays vaccination and screening methods are available to prevent the same.
Therefore If you undergo proper regular checkup and screening you can definately ensure your future health.