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The name Paul has its origins in Latin, meaning small or humble. It evolved from 'Paulus' in ancient times to its modern form, retaining its significance. The name is linked to the biblical Apostle Paul, who contributed greatly to early Christianity. Paul is often perceived as a name embodying strength and humility, with notable figures across various fields sharing this name.

The name Paul is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers 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 gradually declining. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Paul has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Paul' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 15th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 15th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 17th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 24th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 49th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 125th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 233rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 904th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 927th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1268th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1282nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2459th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15297th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Paul' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.