Pavel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A humble name meaning small and modest, gentle yet sure.
- Origin
- Russian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #3848
- Peak
- #1796 in 2008
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 Pavel Means
Pavel is a boy name of Russian origin. A humble name meaning small and modest, gentle yet sure.
How Popular Pavel Is
Pavel currently ranks #3848 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1796 in 2008. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Pavel
- Pavel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Pavel is a name with Russian cultural heritage.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Pavel
Other Russian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Pavel
Russian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Pavel.
Questions About Pavel
What does Pavel mean?
Pavel is a boy name of Russian origin. A humble name meaning small and modest, gentle yet sure.
How popular is Pavel?
Pavel currently ranks #3848 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1796 in 2008. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Pavel come from?
Pavel comes from Russian roots. Pavel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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