Paola
girl name#1258 in 2025Paola entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #300 in 1999, ranks #1258 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1950–2025
#1258
rank today
#300
peak (1999)
178
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4903 |
| 1960s | #2817 |
| 1970s | #1695 |
| 1980s | #995 |
| 1990s | #455 |
| 2000s | #328 |
| 2010s | #716 |
| 2020s | #1051 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Paola has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 24,000 people named Paola are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Paola alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Paola in 2025?
- Paola ranks #1258 among US girl names in 2025, with 178 babies given the name.
- When was the name Paola most popular?
- Paola peaked in 1999, reaching #300 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Paola with classmates?
- Paola will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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