Brandon 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

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Popularity Comparison

Brandon Rank #230
Paul Rank #264

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brandon or Paul more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Paul mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Brandon and Paul boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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