Paulena
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Paulena
Paulena is a feminine form of the name Paul, derived from the Latin name Paulus, which means "small" or "humble." The name has its linguistic roots in the Latin adjective paulus, diminutive in nature.
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Etymology
Paulena is a feminine form of the name Paul, derived from the Latin name Paulus, which means "small" or "humble." The name has its linguistic roots in the Latin adjective paulus, diminutive in nature.
The name is primarily used in English-speaking and European Christian cultures, with particular prevalence in the United States during the 19th and 20th centuries; it carries Christian association through its connection to Saint Paul the Apostle, though it has no exclusive religious requirement.
Paulena currently ranks #13,683 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1991.
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