Paul vs Abraham

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

Paul Rank #264
Abraham Rank #204

Abraham is more popular, ranked #204 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Abraham more popular?

Abraham is more popular, ranked #204 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Abraham mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin).

Are Paul and Abraham boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Abraham is primarily a boy name.

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