Paul Shivers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paul Shivers — humble
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paul Shivers 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 Shivers: Allan Shivers (1907–1985), Texas politician Chris Shivers (born 1978), top-rated bull rider Coyote Shivers (born 1965), musician and actor Jason Shivers (born 1982), defensive back in the Canadian Football League John Shivers (Medal of Honor) (1830–?), U.S. Marine and Medal of Honor recipient John Shivers (sound designer), American theatrical sound designer John D. 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: Shivers

English

Allan Shivers (1907–1985), Texas politician Chris Shivers (born 1978), top-rated bull rider Coyote Shivers (born 1965), musician and actor Jason Shivers (born 1982), defensive back in the Canadian Football League John Shivers (Medal of Honor) (1830–?), U.S. Marine and Medal of Honor recipient John Shivers (sound designer), American theatrical sound designer John D.

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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 Shivers

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 Shivers:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Shivers?
The surname Shivers originates from English. Allan Shivers (1907–1985), Texas politician Chris Shivers (born 1978), top-rated bull rider Coyote Shivers (born 1965), musician and actor Jason Shivers (born 1982), defensive back in the Canadian Football League John Shivers (Medal of Honor) (1830–?), U.S. Marine and Medal of Honor recipient John Shivers (sound designer), American theatrical sound designer John D.
What are the origins of the name Paul Shivers?
The name Paul Shivers combines two different traditions: the first name Paul has Latin roots, while the surname Shivers originates from English.
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