Paul German

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paul German — humble
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paul German is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Paul is a masculine given name of Latin origin. From the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The apostle Paul was the most influential early Christian missionary. The surname German: German or Germán is the surname of the following people: Aleksei Yuryevich German (1938–2013), Soviet Russian filmmaker Aleksei Alekseivich German, Russian film director and screenwriter Edward German, English composer Lauren German, American actress Robert German, American singer, guitarist, and songwriter Tülay German (born 1935), Turkish female pop folk singer Yuri German, Soviet and Russian writer Lindsey German, British anti-war activist Obadiah German, American politician and lawyer William Manley German, Canadian politician and lawyer Yael German, Israeli politician, first female mayor . Paul is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.4 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Paul reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Paul

Meaning: humble

Latin

From the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The apostle Paul was the most influential early Christian missionary.

Surname: German

English

German or Germán is the surname of the following people: Aleksei Yuryevich German (1938–2013), Soviet Russian filmmaker Aleksei Alekseivich German, Russian film director and screenwriter Edward German, English composer Lauren German, American actress Robert German, American singer, guitarist, and songwriter Tülay German (born 1935), Turkish female pop folk singer Yuri German, Soviet and Russian writer Lindsey German, British anti-war activist Obadiah German, American politician and lawyer William Manley German, Canadian politician and lawyer Yael German, Israeli politician, first female mayor .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Paul is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Paul by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Paul has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Paolo
  • Pablo
  • Pavel
  • Paulus
  • Pol

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Paul German:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Paul?
The first name Paul originates from Latin. From the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The apostle Paul was the most influential early Christian missionary.
When was Paul most popular?
The name Paul reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname German?
The surname German originates from English. German or Germán is the surname of the following people: Aleksei Yuryevich German (1938–2013), Soviet Russian filmmaker Aleksei Alekseivich German, Russian film director and screenwriter Edward German, English composer Lauren German, American actress Robert German, American singer, guitarist, and songwriter Tülay German (born 1935), Turkish female pop folk singer Yuri German, Soviet and Russian writer Lindsey German, British anti-war activist Obadiah German, American politician and lawyer William Manley German, Canadian politician and lawyer Yael German, Israeli politician, first female mayor .
What are the origins of the name Paul German?
The name Paul German combines two different traditions: the first name Paul has Latin roots, while the surname German originates from English.
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