Raul vs Paul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

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Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

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Raul Rank #610

Paul Rank #264

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #610 for Raul.

Is Raul or Paul more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Raul at #610 in the United States.

What do Raul and Paul mean?

Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Raul and Paul boy or girl names?

Raul is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.