George 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

Popularity Comparison

George Rank #123
Paul Rank #264

George is more popular, ranked #123 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is George or Paul more popular?

George is more popular, ranked #123 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do George and Paul mean?

George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are George and Paul boy or girl names?

George is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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