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Paula

Paula is a girl name of Latin origin, meaning Feminine of Paulus, "small.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginLatin
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#710

What does Paula mean?

Feminine of Paulus, "small

How popular is Paula?

Popularity in the United States

Paula has been given to 279,967 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 4,940 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Paula per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Paula has been given to 6,678 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1970s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Paula per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 175,287 people called Paula living in Spain, with an average age of 22.1.

279,967 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Paula

What does the name Paula mean?

Paula means Feminine of Paulus, "small. It is of Latin origin.

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

Paula is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Paula?

Paula has been given to 279,967 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.