Pavel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAH-vel / ˈpɑː.vɛlSlavic; Latin
Meaning
Latin: small; Slavic: humble
Historical & Cultural Background
Pavel is a Slavic variant of the name Paul, which has Latin origins. The name has been widely used in Eastern European countries, particularly in Russia and the Czech Republic. It has historical significance due to its association with several saints and religious figures. The name reflects qualities of humility and modesty, which are valued in many cultures.
Trend Summary
Pavel has seen moderate popularity in Eastern Europe, particularly in the Czech Republic and Russia.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pav
- Pavko
International Variants
- Paolo (Italian)
- Pablo (Spanish)
- Pavlo (Ukrainian)
- Pavle (Serbian)
Famous people named Pavel
Pavel Durov is a Russian entrepreneur known for founding the social networking site VKontakte and the messaging app Telegram.
Pavel Nedvěd is a retired Czech footballer who played for clubs like Lazio and Juventus, and he is a former Ballon d'Or winner.
Pavel Tchelitchew was a Russian painter known for his surrealist works and contributions to the art movement in the early 20th century.
Pavel Bure is a former professional ice hockey player from Russia, recognized for his speed and scoring ability in the NHL.
Fictional characters named Pavel
Pavel is a character in the video game 'Metro 2033', serving as a soldier in the post-apocalyptic setting.
Pavel is a character in the novel 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky, representing themes of faith and doubt.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pavel was first seen in the United States in 1971. Pavel has ranked as high as #1317 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Washington, New York, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Pavel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pavel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 40 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 41 |
| 2002 | 45 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 62 |
| 2007 | 74 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 71 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 36 |