Paulin
French · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Paulin
Paulin derives from the Latin name Paulinus, a diminutive form of Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble," rooted in the Latin adjective paulus.
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Etymology
Paulin derives from the Latin name Paulinus, a diminutive form of Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble," rooted in the Latin adjective paulus. The name has been used primarily in Christian contexts across French, German, and Eastern European cultures, with notable historical bearers including Saint Paulinus of Nola, an early Christian saint and bishop.
Paulin currently ranks #1,130 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1920.
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