Paulina
Paulina is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Small, humble”.
| Meaning | Small, humble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | paw-LEE-nuh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland, Mexico, Germany, Chile |
Meaning and origin of Paulina
Paulina is a feminine form of Paulinus, itself from the Roman name Paulus, 'small' or 'humble'. The name spread with devotion to Saint Paul the Apostle, and Saint Paula, a fourth-century Roman widow who followed Saint Jerome to Bethlehem, is an early female namesake. In Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, Paulina is the loyal and outspoken friend of Queen Hermione.
Is Paulina a Christian name?
Paulina is a Christian name honouring Saint Paul, author of many New Testament letters, and several later saints named Paulina; it does not appear in the Bible itself.
How popular is Paulina?
Common in Poland, Germany and Latin America, and used occasionally in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Paulina
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Spellings and variants of Paulina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paulina mean?
Paulina means 'Small, humble'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Paulina a Christian name?
Paulina is a Christian name honouring Saint Paul, author of many New Testament letters, and several later saints named Paulina; it does not appear in the Bible itself.
How do you pronounce Paulina?
Paulina is pronounced paw-LEE-nuh.
Is Paulina a boy or girl name?
Paulina is usually a girl name.