Paola Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAH-oh-lah / /ˈpaʊ.lə/Italian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: small; Spanish: humble
Historical & Cultural Background
Paola is the feminine form of the name Paolo, which is derived from the Latin name Paulus. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Spain. The name has historical significance due to its association with Saint Paul, an important figure in Christianity. While traditionally feminine, it has been adopted in some contexts for boys, though this is less common.
Similar Names
Variants
- Paolo
International Variants
- Pablo (Spanish)
- Paolo (Italian)
- Pavlo (Ukrainian)
- Pavlos (Greek)
Famous people named Paola
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Fictional characters named Paola
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Paola was first seen in the United States in 1984. Paola has ranked as high as #1237 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Paola has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Paola (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |