Paul vs Austin

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
Austin Rank #107

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Austin more popular?

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Austin mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin).

Are Paul and Austin boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Austin is primarily a boy name.

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