Paulo
boy name#1554 in 2025Paulo entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #932 in 1973, ranks #1554 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1913–2025
#1554
rank today
#932
peak (1973)
110
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3088 |
| 1920s | #2309 |
| 1930s | #1979 |
| 1940s | #2069 |
| 1950s | #2369 |
| 1960s | #1808 |
| 1970s | #1012 |
| 1980s | #1237 |
| 1990s | #1515 |
| 2000s | #1541 |
| 2010s | #1962 |
| 2020s | #1654 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Paulo has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Paulo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Paulo alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Paulo in 2025?
- Paulo ranks #1554 among US boy names in 2025, with 110 babies given the name.
- When was the name Paulo most popular?
- Paulo peaked in 1973, reaching #932 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Paulo with classmates?
- Paulo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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