Paulo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Paulo is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Paulus', meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It has evolved through various languages and retains its biblical relevance through Saint Paul. The name is associated with traits of wisdom and humility and has a strong presence in modern naming conventions.
The name Paulo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Paulo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Paulo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2670th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2029th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2138th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1090th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1374th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1619th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1852nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Paulo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paulo"
Pronunciation
/ˈpaʊloʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Paulo is derived from the Latin name 'Paulus', which means 'small' or 'humble'.
Meaning
small, humble
Language Evolution
Paulus (Latin), Paulo (Portuguese, Spanish, Italian), Paul (English, French)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance as it is associated with Saint Paul, an important figure in Christianity.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era due to the influence of Saint Paul and has remained a common name in various cultures, particularly in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Paolo (Italian), Pablo (Spanish), Paul (English), Paula (feminine form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Paulo is perceived as a classic and strong name, often associated with wisdom and humility, maintaining steady popularity in many cultures.
Famous People
Paulo Coelho (Brazilian author), Paulo Dybala (Argentine footballer), Paulo Freire (Brazilian educator)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paulo"
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 "Paulo"
"Paulo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2670th of 7545 | 152 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2029th of 6773 | 242 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2138th of 7552 | 274 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1090th of 10718 | 905 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1374th of 16616 | 996 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1619th of 24088 | 1,352 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1852nd of 23106 | 1,000 |
Regional Popularity of "Paulo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
43.07% 1019th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.10% 920th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
37.78% 1078th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
17.54% 611th/3483 |
33.03% 1162nd/3518 |
19.96% 807th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
23.06% 1032nd/4475 |
26.11% 1356th/5194 |
14.45% 913th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.30% 2442nd/4582 |
34.35% 1774th/5164 |
20.29% 1484th/7313 |
14.85% 1108th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
57.32% 2572nd/4487 |
23.00% 1569th/6822 |
20.57% 1291st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Paulo" 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 "Paulo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Paulo" 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.