Gender: Boy
Meaning: Small or humble
Origin: Latin
Popularity: Ranked #263 in 2024 with 1,320 babies born.
History: Paul derives from the Latin 'Paulus,' a Roman family name meaning small. Saint Paul the Apostle, originally named Saul of Tarsus, was one of the most influential figures in early Christianity whose letters form a large portion of the New Testament. The name has been borne by numerous popes, kings, and cultural icons throughout history.
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Paul? About 1 in 2,522 babies born in 2024 were named Paul, or roughly 3.6 per day in the United States.
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