pauletta
“small”
France origin · Girl name
#625US 2023
1.6kBirths / yr
→Stable
2.5kAll-time births
📅 Since 191700.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce pauletta
pah·LET·uh
/pɑ.ˈlɛt.ə/ · stress on LET · 3 syllables
“small”
France origin · Girl name
What does pauletta mean and where does it come from?
The name 'Pauletta' is a feminine variant of the name 'Paul', which comes from the Latin name 'Paulus', meaning 'small' or 'humble'. While largely seen in French-speaking countries, it gained popularity in the United States in the 20th century. Notable individuals with this name include Pauletta Pea
Cultural significance
pauletta has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of small.
Peak popularity
Reached #847 in 1948 — currently #625 in the US.
What middle names flow best with pauletta?
pauletta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
pauletta Grace
Most popular combo · classic
pauletta Rose
Floral · soft ending
pauletta Mae
Sweet · timeless
pauletta Claire
French influence · crisp
pauletta Jane
Literary · strong
pauletta Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is pauletta right now?
Holding steady — currently #625 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of pauletta
pauletta entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 2,522 total births recorded, pauletta remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4843 in 1920 to #625 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside pauletta in 1948:
pauletta by decade
pauletta peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 | |
| 1920s | 73 | |
| 1930s | 117 | |
| 1940s | 756 | |
| 1950s ★ | 757 | |
| 1960s | 440 | |
| 1970s | 222 | |
| 1980s | 90 | |
| 1990s | 56 |
With 2,522 total births, pauletta is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for pauletta?
Common
PauPaulPauliePaulyEtta
What names sound and feel like pauletta?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love pauletta also consider these
How is pauletta written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of pauletta?
Pal ALBANIANPali ALBANIANPavli ALBANIANPaulus ANCIENT ROMANBoulos ARABICBulus ARABICBoghos ARMENIANPoghos ARMENIANPaulos BIBLICAL GREEKPaulus BIBLICAL LATINPaul BIBLICALPaol BRETONPavel BULGARIANPau CATALANPol CATALANPaulu CORSICANPavao CROATIANPavle CROATIANPavo CROATIANPavel CZECHPalle DANISHPaul DANISHPoul DANISHPaul DUTCHPauwel DUTCHPaul ENGLISHPaulie ENGLISHPaĉjo ESPERANTOPaŭlo ESPERANTOPaavo ESTONIANPáll FAROESEPaavali FINNISHPaavo FINNISHPauli FINNISHPaul FRENCHPaulo GALICIANPavle GEORGIANPaul GERMANPavlos GREEKPál HUNGARIANPáll ICELANDICPól IRISHPaolo ITALIANPāvils LATVIANPaulius LITHUANIANPavel MACEDONIANPavle MACEDONIANPaora MAORIPål NORWEGIANPaul NORWEGIANPau OCCITANPavelu OLD CHURCH SLAVICPaweł POLISHPaulinho PORTUGUESEPaulo PORTUGUESEPaul ROMANIANPasha RUSSIANPavel RUSSIANPàulu SARDINIANPàl SCOTTISHPòl SCOTTISHPavle SERBIANPavol SLOVAKPavel SLOVENEPablo SPANISHPål SWEDISHPaul SWEDISHPavlo UKRAINIANPaulina ANCIENT ROMANPaulinus ANCIENT ROMANPolina BULGARIANPolya BULGARIANPavlina CZECHPauline DANISHLien DUTCHPaulien DUTCHLina ENGLISHPauleen ENGLISHPaulene ENGLISHPaulina ENGLISHPauline ENGLISHPauliina FINNISHPauline FRENCHPauline GERMANLina ITALIANPaolina ITALIANPaolino ITALIANPaulina LITHUANIANPavlina MACEDONIANPauline NORWEGIANPaulina POLISHPaulina PORTUGUESEPaulino PORTUGUESEPolina RUSSIANPaulína SLOVAKPavlina SLOVENEPaulina SPANISHPaulino SPANISHPaulina SWEDISHPauline SWEDISHPolina UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name pauletta
What does the name pauletta mean?
pauletta means "small" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name pauletta?
pauletta is currently ranked #625 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of pauletta?
pauletta originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name pauletta?
pauletta is a three-syllable name pronounced P AA0 L EH1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with pauletta?
pauletta pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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