How Many People Are Named Paula?
281,450
people in the United States are named Paula
1 in 1,190 people has this name
Popularity Rank
#280
⭐ Uncommon
Population Percentage
0.0840%
Of US population
Peak Year
1963
10,178 births
Trend
→
Stable
📖 Name Origin & Meaning
Origin:
Sardinian
Gender:
Primarily Female
Meaning:
Sardinian feminine form of Paulus (see PAUL).
⚧ Gender Distribution
This name is Primarily Female
👥 Age Distribution
Average Age: 63.3 years old
📈 Popularity Over Time
Births per year from 1880 to 2024
📍 State-Wise Distribution
Texas
23,888
California
22,825
New York
19,656
Ohio
15,049
Illinois
14,491
Pennsylvania
13,604
Massachusetts
13,541
Michigan
11,382
Indiana
8,185
Missouri
7,655
💡 Fun Facts About "Paula"
- 374 babies were named Paula in 2024
- Most popular in the year 1963
- Currently stable in popularity
- First recorded in 1880
- Most popular in Texas
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