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Paul vs Marshall

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
Marshall Rank #392

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #392 for Marshall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Marshall more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Paul and Marshall mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).

Are Paul and Marshall boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.

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