Paul Stier

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paul Stier — humble
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paul Stier is a name combining Latin origins, bringing together "humble" (Paul) with "bull" (Stier). 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 Stier: German: Stier means "bull" Elizabeth Fleming Stier, American food scientist & author Alfons Stier (1877–1952), German composer; (de) Christoph Stier (1941–2021), Lutheran bishop; (de) Davor Ivo Stier (born 1972), Croatian politician Ernst Stier (1877–??), German manor owner, politician; (de) Fridolin Stier (1902–1981), Catholic theologian; (de) Fritz Stier-Somlo (1873–1932), Hungarian-Austrian lawyer; (de) Gothart Stier (1938–2023), German conductor; (de) Hans-Martin Stier (born 1950), German actor, singer; (de) Hubert Stier (1838–1907), German architect; (de) Marco Stier (born 1984), German f. 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: Stier

Meaning: bull

English

German: Stier means "bull" Elizabeth Fleming Stier, American food scientist & author Alfons Stier (1877–1952), German composer; (de) Christoph Stier (1941–2021), Lutheran bishop; (de) Davor Ivo Stier (born 1972), Croatian politician Ernst Stier (1877–??), German manor owner, politician; (de) Fridolin Stier (1902–1981), Catholic theologian; (de) Fritz Stier-Somlo (1873–1932), Hungarian-Austrian lawyer; (de) Gothart Stier (1938–2023), German conductor; (de) Hans-Martin Stier (born 1950), German actor, singer; (de) Hubert Stier (1838–1907), German architect; (de) Marco Stier (born 1984), German f.

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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 Stier

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 Stier:

4
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale 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 Stier?
The surname Stier originates from English. German: Stier means "bull" Elizabeth Fleming Stier, American food scientist & author Alfons Stier (1877–1952), German composer; (de) Christoph Stier (1941–2021), Lutheran bishop; (de) Davor Ivo Stier (born 1972), Croatian politician Ernst Stier (1877–??), German manor owner, politician; (de) Fridolin Stier (1902–1981), Catholic theologian; (de) Fritz Stier-Somlo (1873–1932), Hungarian-Austrian lawyer; (de) Gothart Stier (1938–2023), German conductor; (de) Hans-Martin Stier (born 1950), German actor, singer; (de) Hubert Stier (1838–1907), German architect; (de) Marco Stier (born 1984), German f.
What are the origins of the name Paul Stier?
The name Paul Stier combines two different traditions: the first name Paul has Latin roots, while the surname Stier originates from English.
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