Pawel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAH-vel / ˈpavɛlPolish; Slavic
Meaning
small; humble
Historical & Cultural Background
Pawel is a Polish form of the name Paul, which has roots in Latin. It is commonly used in Poland and among Polish communities worldwide. The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its popularity in Christian contexts.
Trend Summary
Pawel has seen consistent use in Poland, with variations in popularity in other countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Paweł
International Variants
- Pablo (Spanish)
- Paolo (Italian)
- Pavlo (Ukrainian)
- Pavle (Serbian)
Famous people named Pawel
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Fictional characters named Pawel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pawel was first seen in the United States in 1980. Pawel has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Pawel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pawel (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |