Paul vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Paul Rank #264

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #264 for Paul.

Is Paul or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Brandon mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Paul and Brandon boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.