Paula
girl name#853 in 2025Paula entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #38 in 1954, ranks #853 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#853
rank today
#38
peak (1954)
318
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #537 |
| 1890s | #432 |
| 1900s | #419 |
| 1910s | #389 |
| 1920s | #316 |
| 1930s | #210 |
| 1940s | #91 |
| 1950s | #47 |
| 1960s | #50 |
| 1970s | #106 |
| 1980s | #244 |
| 1990s | #427 |
| 2000s | #660 |
| 2010s | #831 |
| 2020s | #794 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Paula has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida.
Living bearers
About 228,000 people named Paula are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Paula alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Paula in 2025?
- Paula ranks #853 among US girl names in 2025, with 318 babies given the name.
- When was the name Paula most popular?
- Paula peaked in 1954, reaching #38 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Paula with classmates?
- Paula will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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