boy's name
Paulus
POW-lus (Dutch)
- Origin Dutch
- Gender Boy
- Syllables 2
- Letters 6
- Births on record 51
Paulus is a boy's name with 2 syllables. In 1987 it was given to 5 babies in the United States. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
- Paulus is a name of Dutch origin.
- Peaked in France in 1902, when 5 babies were given the name.
- It has largely dropped out of use in France.
- First appears in birth records in 1902.
- 2 syllables, with the stress on syllable 1.
Paulus Over Time
Births per decade in France, 1900s to 1920s.
Show the numbers
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 15 |
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 5 |
How Popular Is Paulus?
In 1926, Paulus was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
Where Paulus Is Used
French counts are rounded to the nearest five and nothing below five is published, so these figures show the shape of the name's use rather than an exact tally. Data & sources.
Names That Peaked Alongside Paulus
These names rose and fell in the same era, which is why they tend to sound like they belong together.
Parents Who Like Paulus Also Like
Names whose popularity has risen and fallen in step with Paulus over the last century — the same taste, a different name.
How to Say Paulus
- Dutch POW-lus
Sibling Names for Paulus
Names from the same era that do not rhyme or share an initial with Paulus — the two things that make a sibling set grate.
Common Questions About Paulus
How popular is the name Paulus?
In 1926, Paulus was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
Is Paulus a girl's or a boy's name?
Paulus is given almost entirely to boys in birth records.
How many syllables are in Paulus?
Paulus has 2 syllables.
When was Paulus most popular?
Paulus peaked in 1902, when 5 babies were given the name. It has largely dropped out of use.