Paolo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Paolo originates from the Latin 'Paulus', meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It evolved from Latin through Old Roman into modern Italian. The name is characterized by its cultural ties to Italy and conveys a sense of elegance. There is no direct biblical relevance. Over time, Paolo has maintained its popularity, especially in Italian-speaking regions, and is viewed positively today. Notable individuals with this name include Paolo Malatesta, Paolo Sorrentino, and Paolo Nutini.
The name Paolo is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Paolo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Paolo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4998th out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3562nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1527th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1507th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1538th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2295th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Paolo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paolo"
Pronunciation
/ˈpaolo/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Paolo is derived from the Latin name 'Paulus', which means 'small' or 'humble'.
Meaning
small, humble
Language Evolution
Paulus (Latin), Paulus (Old Roman), Paolo (Italian)
Historical Usage
Paolo gained popularity in Italy during the early medieval period and has remained a common name ever since.
Variants & Derivatives
Paolo (Italian), Pablo (Spanish), Paul (English), Paweł (Polish)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Paolo is perceived as a classic and sophisticated name, often associated with Italian culture and heritage.
Famous People
Paolo Malatesta, an Italian nobleman, Paolo Sorrentino, an acclaimed Italian film director, Paolo Nutini, a Scottish singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paolo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Paolo"
"Paolo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4998th of 7545 | 32 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3562nd of 7552 | 96 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1527th of 10718 | 516 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1507th of 16616 | 848 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1538th of 24088 | 1,452 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2295th of 23106 | 719 |
Regional Popularity of "Paolo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
49.30% 1198th/2430 |
- |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
51.82% 1522nd/2937 |
23.83% 830th/3483 |
- |
33.80% 1367th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.70% 1684th/3685 |
22.99% 1029th/4475 |
40.05% 2080th/5194 |
16.27% 1028th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.59% 1814th/4582 |
21.88% 1130th/5164 |
23.47% 1716th/7313 |
14.38% 1073rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.78% 2501st/3984 |
40.29% 1808th/4487 |
27.02% 1843rd/6822 |
27.26% 1711th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Paolo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Paolo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Paolo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.