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Paul vs Atticus

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

Paul Rank #264
Atticus Rank #277

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #277 for Atticus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Atticus more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Atticus at #277 in the United States.

What do Paul and Atticus mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Paul and Atticus boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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