Pablo

Pronunciation: [ p-AHBL-oh ]

Boy Name #407 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

The name of Picasso and Neruda — genius in two syllables

Spanish Latin American Italian

Classic Artistic Bold Traditional Strong

Meaning & Origin

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin

Language: Spanish

"little"

Origin: Latin

Language: Latin

Things to Know About This Name

Pablo Escobar association — the Colombian drug lord's name is widely known through Netflix's Narcos (2015-2017)

The Story of Pablo

Pablo is the Spanish form of Paul, from the Latin Paulus meaning 'small' or 'humble'. Saint Paul the Apostle (originally Saul of Tarsus) adopted the name Paulus when he began his missionary work, and through Christianity the name spread throughout the Roman world and into Spanish-speaking countries as Pablo.

Pablo has been a mainstream classic in Spain and Latin America for centuries. Pablo Picasso's association gives it extraordinary artistic prestige. The Netflix show Narcos (2015-2017) brought Pablo Escobar's name to wider attention, which some parents factor into their decision.

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) is widely considered the most influential artist of the 20th century. Pablo Neruda (1904-1973), Chilean Nobel Prize-winning poet, adds further literary prestige. Pablo Casals (1876-1973) was arguably the greatest cellist of the 20th century.

Fun Facts

Pablo Picasso's full name contained 23 words total — making his short name particularly fitting
Pablo Neruda was a pen name; he took the name Pablo in honor of Czech poet Jan Neruda
Pablo Casals is considered the definitive interpreter of Bach's cello suites

Pablo in Other Languages

French Paul

German Paul

English Paul

Italian Paolo

Spanish Pablo

Japanese パブロ

Portuguese Paulo

Famous People Named Pablo

Pablo Escobar

Other

1949

Colombian drug lord of the Medellín Cartel, subject of Netflix's Narcos series

Pablo Neruda

Writer

1904

Chilean Nobel Prize-winning poet, known for Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair

Pablo Picasso

Artist

1881

Spanish painter and sculptor, co-founder of Cubism, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #407
Total SSA Count: 794
Cultural Origins: Spanish Latin American Italian
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Pab Pablito

Pairs Well With

Pablo Antonio Pablo Luis Pablo Miguel Pablo Rafael Pablo Alejandro Pablo Eduardo Pablo Fernando

Sibling Names

Sofia Carmen Miguel Lucia Carlos Ana

Also a Girl Name

Pablo is also used as a girl name, ranked #66666.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pablo

What does the name Pablo mean?

"small, humble" (from Latin). "little" (from Latin). Pablo is the Spanish form of Paul, from the Latin Paulus meaning 'small' or 'humble'. Saint Paul the Apostle (originally Saul of Tarsus) adopted the name Paulus when he began his missionary work, and through Christianity the name spread throughout the Roman world and into Spanish-speaking countries as Pablo.

What is the origin of the name Pablo?

Pablo has Latin, Spanish, Latin American, and Italian origins. In Latin, it means "small, humble". In Latin, it means "little".

Is Pablo a boy or girl name?

Pablo is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #407. As a girl name, it is ranked #66666. Pablo is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Pablo?

Pablo is pronounced p-AHBL-oh.

How popular is the name Pablo?

Pablo is currently ranked #407 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Pablo?

Common nicknames for Pablo include Pab and Pablito.

What are good middle names for Pablo?

Popular middle name pairings include Pablo Antonio, Pablo Luis, Pablo Miguel, Pablo Rafael, Pablo Alejandro, Pablo Eduardo, and Pablo Fernando.

What are good sibling names for Pablo?

Names that pair well with Pablo as siblings include Sofia, Carmen, Miguel, Lucia, Carlos, and Ana.

How many syllables does Pablo have?

Pablo has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Pablo a common or rare name?

Pablo is a popular name, ranked #407 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Pablo

Pablo is a boy name with Spanish, Latin American, and Italian origins . The name means "small, humble" in Latin .

Is Pablo a boy or girl name? Pablo is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #407 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #66,666. Pablo is more commonly used as a boy name.

Pablo is currently ranked #407 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Pablo has 2 syllables and is pronounced p-AHBL-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Pablo include Pab and Pablito. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.