Paula: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A small and humble name with quiet strength.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #822
- Peak
- #38 in 1954
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Paula Means
Paula is a girl name of English origin. A small and humble name with quiet strength.
How Popular Paula Is
Paula currently ranks #822 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #38 in 1954. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Paula
- Paula reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #38 in 1954.
- Once a top name, Paula has become less common in recent decades, giving it a distinctive vintage appeal.
- Paula has been a top 100 name across 170+ years of American history.
- Paula is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Paula
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Paula
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Paula.
Questions About Paula
What does Paula mean?
Paula is a girl name of English origin. A small and humble name with quiet strength.
How popular is Paula?
Paula currently ranks #822 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #38 in 1954. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Paula come from?
Paula comes from English roots. Paula reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #38 in 1954.
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