What does the name Paul mean?

The name Paul means "Small, humble".

What is the origin of the name Paul?

Paul is a name of Latin origin.

In 2023, 1,320 babies were named Paul in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Paul is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 1,320 ↘

All-Time Total: 1,371,930

Peak Year: 1957

Paul is a Latin name derived from the Roman family name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble."

Boy names closely related to Paul

Jonah Eli Robert Edward Casey Samuel Marcus Oliver

Girl names closely related to Paul

Avery Elliana Lilah Hope Madelyn Rosalie Layla Hannah

Names with similar meaning to Paul

Pablo Paola Paolo Paula Paulette Paulina Pauline Paulo

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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