Paul vs Andrew

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
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Andrew mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Paul and Andrew boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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