Delora vs Paul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delora

Girl #38,864 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sorrows, pains"

Origin: Spanish from Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American American Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,864
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Del, Lora, Delly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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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

Delora Rank #38,864
Paul Rank #264

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #38864 for Delora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delora ___

  • Delora Rose
  • Delora Jean
  • Delora Ann
  • Delora Mae
  • Delora Grace
  • Delora Carmen

Paul ___

  • Paul James
  • Paul Michael
  • Paul David
  • Paul Anthony
  • Paul Andrew
  • Paul Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Delora

Rosario Consuelo Carmen Diego Rodrigo

If you choose Paul

Peter John Mary Elizabeth Mark

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delora or Paul more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Delora at #38864 in the United States.

What do Delora and Paul mean?

Delora means "sorrows, pains" (Spanish from Latin origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Delora and Paul boy or girl names?

Delora is primarily a girl name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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