Paul Millan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paul Millan — humble
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paul Millan 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 Millan: Surname: Agustín Millán (born 1958), Spanish handball player Alejandro Millán (born 1980), Mexican musician Amy Millan, Canadian singer and musician Ana Millán Gasca (born 1964), Spanish historian of science and scholar of mathematics education Bruce Millan (1927–2013), Scottish politician Cesar Millan (born 1969), Mexican dog trainer Donald Millan (born 1986), Colombian footballer Félix Millán (born 1943), Puerto Rican baseball player Gonzalo Millán (1947–2006), Chilean writer and poet Gregorio Millán (1919–2004), Spanish aeronautical engineer and professor Juan Millán (born 1994), Spanish fo. 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: Millan

Spanish

Surname: Agustín Millán (born 1958), Spanish handball player Alejandro Millán (born 1980), Mexican musician Amy Millan, Canadian singer and musician Ana Millán Gasca (born 1964), Spanish historian of science and scholar of mathematics education Bruce Millan (1927–2013), Scottish politician Cesar Millan (born 1969), Mexican dog trainer Donald Millan (born 1986), Colombian footballer Félix Millán (born 1943), Puerto Rican baseball player Gonzalo Millán (1947–2006), Chilean writer and poet Gregorio Millán (1919–2004), Spanish aeronautical engineer and professor Juan Millán (born 1994), Spanish fo.

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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

Notable People Named Paul Millan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Millan?
The surname Millan originates from Spanish. Surname: Agustín Millán (born 1958), Spanish handball player Alejandro Millán (born 1980), Mexican musician Amy Millan, Canadian singer and musician Ana Millán Gasca (born 1964), Spanish historian of science and scholar of mathematics education Bruce Millan (1927–2013), Scottish politician Cesar Millan (born 1969), Mexican dog trainer Donald Millan (born 1986), Colombian footballer Félix Millán (born 1943), Puerto Rican baseball player Gonzalo Millán (1947–2006), Chilean writer and poet Gregorio Millán (1919–2004), Spanish aeronautical engineer and professor Juan Millán (born 1994), Spanish fo.
What are the origins of the name Paul Millan?
The name Paul Millan combines two different traditions: the first name Paul has Latin roots, while the surname Millan originates from Spanish.
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