Pauli
Finnish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Pauli
Pauli is the Finnish and Swedish diminutive form of Paul, derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The name has roots in the Latin word "paulus" (small) and gained Christian significance through Saint Paul the Apostle.
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Etymology
Pauli is the Finnish and Swedish diminutive form of Paul, derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The name has roots in the Latin word "paulus" (small) and gained Christian significance through Saint Paul the Apostle.
Pauli is primarily used in Finnish and Swedish-speaking cultures and is common in Scandinavian and Nordic regions, with particular prominence in Finland where it remains a traditional given name; it also appears in German-speaking areas as a diminutive form.
Pauli currently ranks #76 in the United States as a boy's name.
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