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Paul

Paul is a boy name of Latin origin, meaning Small, humble.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginLatin
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#244

What does Paul mean?

Small, humble

How popular is Paul?

Popularity in the United States

Paul has been given to 1,397,345 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 1,191 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

013,52927,057188019502020
Babies named Paul per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Paul has been given to 426,091 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1920s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

04,3888,776190019612022
Babies named Paul per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 4,788 people called Paul living in Spain, with an average age of 35.4.

1,397,345 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Paul

What does the name Paul mean?

Paul means Small, humble. It is of Latin origin.

Is Paul a boy's or a girl's name?

Paul is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Paul?

Paul has been given to 1,397,345 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.