Pauline
Pauline is a French feminine form of Paul, derived from the Roman family name Paulus meaning 'small' or 'humble.' The name carries a classic European elegance with strong historical and literary associations.
Current Popularity
#2986 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Has a timeless quality that works well in both childhood and adulthood
- •Popular in France and other European countries with vintage appeal
- •Literary connection through 'The Perils of Pauline' melodrama series
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Famous People
Pauline Bonaparte
Napoleon's sister, Princess and Italian Duchess
Pauline Kael
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Pauline Collins
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Pauline Oliveros
American composer and accordionist
Statistics
226,404
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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