Pawel
Pawel is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Polish origin, meaning “Small, humble”.
| Meaning | Small, humble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Polish |
| Written as | Paweł |
| Pronunciation | PAH-vew |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland |
Meaning and origin of Pawel
Paweł is the Polish form of Paul, from the Latin Paulus, a Roman family name meaning small or humble. The ł gives the name the pronunciation 'PAH-vew'. It has been popular in Poland for centuries and remains common today. Short forms include Paweł's familiar diminutives Pawełek and Pawcio, and the name is found in Polish surnames such as Pawlak and Pawłowski.
Is Pawel a Christian name?
The name comes from St Paul the Apostle, whose letters form much of the New Testament. In Poland it was also strengthened by Pope John Paul II.
How popular is Pawel?
Very common in Poland across all age groups.
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Spellings and variants of Pawel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pawel mean?
Pawel means 'Small, humble'. It is of Latin, via Polish origin.
Is Pawel a Christian name?
The name comes from St Paul the Apostle, whose letters form much of the New Testament. In Poland it was also strengthened by Pope John Paul II.
How do you pronounce Pawel?
Pawel is pronounced PAH-vew.
Is Pawel a boy or girl name?
Pawel is usually a boy name.