What does the name Paula mean?

The first name Paula means “small, humble”.

Is Paula a girls' or boys' name?

Paula is a feminine first name (a girls' name).

Paula is a relatively uncommon first name.

Girl

“small, humble”

Origin: Latin
Syllables: 2
Popularity: 48 of 100Uncommon
Famous bearers: Paula Abdul Paula Fernandes Paula Modersohn-Becker Paula Patton Paula Mae Weekes Paula Hitler Paula Radcliffe Paula Hawkins Paula Seling Paula Pareto

Paula is a feminine first name meaning “small, humble”, with roots in Latin. The name has 2 syllables. It is relatively uncommon.

What does the name Paula mean?: The first name Paula means “small, humble”.
Where does the name Paula come from?: Paula has its roots in Latin.
Is Paula a girls' or boys' name?: Paula is a feminine first name (a girls' name).
How popular is Paula?: Paula is a relatively uncommon first name.

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