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
#3475 for girls
in the United States (2024)
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
Influential American film critic
Pauline Collins
British actress, 'Shirley Valentine' star
Pauline Oliveros
American composer and accordionist
Statistics
226,348
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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