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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: POH-l /pɔl/
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: French: small; Latin: humble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Paule is derived from the Latin name Paulus, which means "small" or "humble." This Latin form evolved from the earlier Roman family name Paulus, which was used in ancient Rome. The name made its way into Old French as "Paule," and subsequently into English, where it has been used as both a masculine and feminine name.
The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Latin names were introduced into the English language through the influence of Norman culture and language. Historically, the name Paule has been associated with several significant figures, including Saint Paul the Apostle, a key figure in early Christianity who lived in the 1st century CE.
His letters, which form a substantial part of the New Testament, have had a lasting impact on Christian theology and Western literature. The name also appears in various historical texts and translations, including the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to standardize many biblical names in the English-speaking world.
Culturally, the name Paule carries connotations of humility and modesty, reflecting its etymological roots. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, often retaining its association with the qualities of being small or humble.
In addition to its use as a standalone name, Paule can also be seen as a feminine variant of Paul, which has been widely adopted in various languages and cultures. This enduring quality speaks to the name's deep historical roots and its resonance within Christian traditions.
Famous people named Paule
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Paule Marshall is an author best known for Brown Girl, Brownstones, The Chosen Place, The Timeless People, and Praisesong for My Mother.
Paule Pujol is a French artist best known for her contemporary paintings and installations.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Paule was first seen in the United States in 1952.
Paule has ranked as high as #1017 nationally, which occurred in 1953, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Paule has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Paule is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Paule was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Paule
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Paule.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |