Paula

Pronunciation: [ p-AWL-uh ]

Boy Name #18,133 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Paula is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-AWL-uh.

Parents who love the name Paula often also consider Pauline, Pattie, Patsy .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #18,133
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Paul #264 Paulo #1604

Nicknames

Pau Pay Pauie

Also a Girl Name

Paula is also used as a girl name, ranked #753.

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Similar Names

Pauline Pattie Patsy Paulina Patty Paula Pansy Paralee

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paula

Is Paula a boy or girl name?

Paula is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #18133. As a girl name, it is ranked #753. Paula is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Paula?

Paula is pronounced p-AWL-uh.

How popular is the name Paula?

Paula is currently ranked #18133 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Paula?

Common nicknames for Paula include Pau, Pay, and Pauie.

Is Paula a common or rare name?

Paula is an uncommon name, ranked #18133 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Paula

Paula is a boy name .

Is Paula a boy or girl name? Paula is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,133 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #753. Paula is more commonly used as a girl name.

Paula is currently ranked #18,133 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Paula include Pau, Pay, and Pauie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Paula include Paul, Paulo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.