Paula
Paula is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Small, humble”.
| Meaning | Small, humble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | PAW-luh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Germany, United States, Poland |
Meaning and origin of Paula
Paula is the feminine of Paulus, a Roman family name meaning 'small'. The apostle Paul took this as his Roman name, and from him it spread throughout the Christian world. Saint Paula of Rome, a fourth-century widow, followed Saint Jerome to Bethlehem and helped him in his work on the Latin Bible. The name is used today across Europe and Latin America.
Is Paula a Christian name?
Paula honours the apostle Paul and also the early saint Paula of Rome, a companion of Jerome, so it is a long-established Christian name.
How popular is Paula?
Consistently popular in Spain, Germany and Latin America; less common in English-speaking countries now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paula mean?
Paula means 'Small, humble'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Paula a Christian name?
Paula honours the apostle Paul and also the early saint Paula of Rome, a companion of Jerome, so it is a long-established Christian name.
How do you pronounce Paula?
Paula is pronounced PAW-luh.
Is Paula a boy or girl name?
Paula is usually a girl name.