Paul Rawlings

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paul Rawlings — humble
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paul Rawlings 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 Rawlings: Angela Rawlings (born 1978), Canadian author and poet (also known as "a.rawlings") Archibald Rawlings (1891–1952), English footballer Barney Rawlings (1920–2004), American bomber pilot in World War II Bec Rawlings (born 1989), Australian mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle boxer Bernard Rawlings (Royal Navy officer) (1889–1962), British admiral of World War II Brady Rawlings (born 1981), Australian rules footballer David Rawlings (born 1969), American guitar player Donnell Rawlings (born 1968), American actor and comedian Doug Rawlings (born 1964), Australian rugby league footballer Edmund C. 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: Rawlings

English

Angela Rawlings (born 1978), Canadian author and poet (also known as "a.rawlings") Archibald Rawlings (1891–1952), English footballer Barney Rawlings (1920–2004), American bomber pilot in World War II Bec Rawlings (born 1989), Australian mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle boxer Bernard Rawlings (Royal Navy officer) (1889–1962), British admiral of World War II Brady Rawlings (born 1981), Australian rules footballer David Rawlings (born 1969), American guitar player Donnell Rawlings (born 1968), American actor and comedian Doug Rawlings (born 1964), Australian rugby league footballer Edmund C.

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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 Rawlings

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 Rawlings:

9
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Rawlings?
The surname Rawlings originates from English. Angela Rawlings (born 1978), Canadian author and poet (also known as "a.rawlings") Archibald Rawlings (1891–1952), English footballer Barney Rawlings (1920–2004), American bomber pilot in World War II Bec Rawlings (born 1989), Australian mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle boxer Bernard Rawlings (Royal Navy officer) (1889–1962), British admiral of World War II Brady Rawlings (born 1981), Australian rules footballer David Rawlings (born 1969), American guitar player Donnell Rawlings (born 1968), American actor and comedian Doug Rawlings (born 1964), Australian rugby league footballer Edmund C.
What are the origins of the name Paul Rawlings?
The name Paul Rawlings combines two different traditions: the first name Paul has Latin roots, while the surname Rawlings originates from English.
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