Paulo
pa(u)-lo
US Popularity:3367
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Italian
Meaning:Humble; Small
It's hard not to hear the name Paulo and instantly think of Scottish singing sensation Paulo Nutini. This boy's name (also spelt Paolo) has a couple of different origins, with primary roots in Latin and Italian, as it stems from the traditional name, Paul. Paul, a Biblical figure and one of the 12 Apostles, means "small" or "humble." No doubt you would want your special boy to practice humility in life and put aside ego in favor of compassion. Paulo is considered a very popular Portuguese name and has a unique European feel to it that is bound to be a hit stateside, too!
Paulo Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Paulo is currently #3367 in U.S. births
Boy:Paulo is currently #1597 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1597
in 2023
+ 182
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Paulo
Behind the Name, Paulo, December 2009
Behind the Name, Paul, December 2022
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 151
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