Paul
boy name#262 in 2025Paul entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #12 in 1916, ranks #262 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#262
rank today
#12
peak (1916)
1,316
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #45 |
| 1890s | #24 |
| 1900s | #19 |
| 1910s | #14 |
| 1920s | #14 |
| 1930s | #14 |
| 1940s | #18 |
| 1950s | #17 |
| 1960s | #18 |
| 1970s | #28 |
| 1980s | #41 |
| 1990s | #69 |
| 2000s | #130 |
| 2010s | #206 |
| 2020s | #259 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Paul has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 836,000 people named Paul are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Paul alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Paul in 2025?
- Paul ranks #262 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,316 babies given the name.
- When was the name Paul most popular?
- Paul peaked in 1916, reaching #12 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Paul with classmates?
- Paul will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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