Pavlos
“Small, humble” — Represents a strong cultural and religious heritage
Greece origin · Boy name
#11641US 2020
6Births / yr
↓Falling
127All-time births
📅 Since 197000
What does Pavlos mean and where does it come from?
Pavlos (Πάυλος) is the Greek form of the name Paul, which means 'small' or 'humble.' This name carries religious significance in Christianity as it is associated with St. Paul the Apostle. Pavlos is a traditionally popular name in Greece and represents a strong cultural and religious heritage. The n
Cultural significance
Pavlos has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of small, humble.
Peak popularity
Reached #5390 in 1970 — currently #11641 in the US.
How popular is Pavlos right now?
Falling — down 1007 spots — currently #11641 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Pavlos
Pavlos is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 127 total births recorded, Pavlos remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5390 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10812 in 2020.
Names that peaked alongside Pavlos in 1970:
Pavlos by decade
Pavlos peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 | |
| 1980s | 11 | |
| 1990s | 12 | |
| 2000s ★ | 44 | |
| 2010s | 44 | |
| 2020s | 6 |
Pavlos has only 127 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Pavlos?
CROATIAN
Pavo
DANISH
Palle
ENGLISH
Paulie
ESPERANTO
Paĉjo
How is Pavlos written in other languages?
Παυλος
Greek
What are the girl versions of Pavlos?
Paula ANCIENT ROMANPaula CATALANPaula CROATIANPavica CROATIANPavla CZECHPaula DANISHPaula DUTCHPaula ENGLISHPauletta ENGLISHPaula FINNISHPaule FRENCHPaulette FRENCHPaula GERMANPaula HUNGARIANPála ICELANDICPaola ITALIANPaula NORWEGIANPaula POLISHPaula PORTUGUESEPaulinha PORTUGUESEPaula ROMANIANPàula SARDINIANPavla SLOVENEPaola SPANISHPaula SPANISHPaula SWEDISHPaulina 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 Pavlos
What does the name Pavlos mean?
Pavlos means "Small, humble" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Pavlos?
Pavlos is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Pavlos have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Pavlos?
Pavlos originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Pavlos trending right now?
Pavlos is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Pavlos a common or rare name?
Pavlos is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.