Paul is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #157 in 2006 with 315 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 898 births ranking #72. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 64.9%. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 1,017 boys born was named Paul. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Paul is a simple classic from Latin roots meaning small or humble. Its quiet strength has helped it remain steady for centuries.
The name spread widely through Christianity because of Saint Paul the Apostle and became one of the core boys' names of Europe. Its plainness is part of its durability.