Paul vs Jason

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
Jason Rank #148

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Jason more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Jason mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are Paul and Jason boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.

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