Pavle Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAHV-leh / /ˈpɑːv.lɛ/Slavic; Latin
Meaning
small; humble (Slavic); from the Latin 'Paulus', meaning small (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
Pavle is a Slavic name, commonly used in various Slavic countries, reflecting cultural ties to Eastern Orthodox traditions. In Latin, it is derived from 'Paulus', which has been a popular name in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Paul. The name has historical significance in both religious and cultural narratives across Europe.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Pavlo
- Pavel
- Paolo
International Variants
- Pablo (Spanish)
- Paolo (Italian)
- Pavlo (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Pavle
Pavle II of Serbia — Patriarch of the Serbian Orthodox Church.
Pavle Goranović — Montenegrin politician.
Fictional characters named Pavle
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pavle was first seen in the United States in 1999. Pavle has ranked as high as #1409 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Pavle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pavle (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 6 |