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Apollo vs Paul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Apollo Rank #415
Paul Rank #264

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #415 for Apollo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apollo or Paul more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Apollo at #415 in the United States.

What do Apollo and Paul mean?

Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Apollo and Paul boy or girl names?

Apollo is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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