Paul is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #13133 in 2001 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 14 births ranking #6727. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 46.2%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 257,223 girls 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.