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Paul vs Harrison

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
Harrison Rank #121

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Harrison more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Harrison mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin).

Are Paul and Harrison boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Harrison is primarily a boy name.

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