Paulla
Paulla is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,717 in the US, popular nicknames include Pau, Pay, and Pauie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Paulla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 203 babies have been named Paulla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Paulla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,717 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,717
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Paulla
Paulla is a girl name .
Paulla is currently ranked #36,717 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Paulla include Pau, Pay, Pauie, and Paulie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Paulla include Paula, Paulina, Paulette, Pauline . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis