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Baylor 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

Baylor Rank #366
Paul Rank #264

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #366 for Baylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baylor or Paul more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Baylor and Paul mean?

Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Baylor and Paul boy or girl names?

Baylor is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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