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Paul vs Baylor

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
Baylor Rank #366

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #366 for Baylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Baylor more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Paul and Baylor mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Paul and Baylor boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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