Paula
Meaning: Small, humble, little
Origin: Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #215
Total births: 1,753
History: Paula peaked in the 1970s in Australia. The name has a warm, approachable character. Paula represents the generation of Australian women who entered the workforce during the equal opportunity revolution.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1976) | #98 |
| Babies named Paula in 1976 | 78 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,753 |
| Peak year | 1971 (159 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #62 |
| Years in records | 1952–1976 (18 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 36 spots |
Frequently asked about Paula
What does the name Paula mean?
Paula means “Small, humble, little” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Paula?
Paula has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Small, humble, little”.
How popular is Paula in Australia?
Paula ranked #98 in Australia in 1976 — given to 78 babies that year.
When was Paula most popular?
Paula peaked in 1971 with 159 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Paula a boy or girl name?
Paula is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Paulas in registered births are female.
Is the name Paula rising or falling in popularity?
Paula has fallen 36 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #62 in 1971 to #98 in 1976.
How long has Paula been recorded in Australia?
Paula appears in birth records in Australia across 18 years — from 1952 through 1976.