Paula Klein

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paula Klein — Latin
336K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paula Klein is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Paula is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Paula is a common female given name (from Latin Paula, little/small). It is used in German, English, Estonian, Finnish, Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, Romanian, Hungarian, Polish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Croatian and Greek languages. In Greek it is Polina. Notable people with this name include: Saint Paula (347–404), saint and follower of St Jerome Paula Abdul (born 1962), American pop singer and television personality Paula Acker (1913–1989), German correspondent, journalist, communist activist Paula Angel (c. The surname Klein: Aaron E. Klein (1930–1998), American historian of science Dan Klein, American computer scientist Daniel Klein (grammarian) (1609–1666), German-Lithuanian pastor and grammarian Daniel B. Klein (born 1962), American economist Etienne Klein (born 1958), French physicist and philosopher of science Fritz Klein (sex researcher) (1932–2006), American sex researcher Gary A. Paula is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 336K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Paula reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Paula

Latin

Paula is a common female given name (from Latin Paula, little/small). It is used in German, English, Estonian, Finnish, Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, Romanian, Hungarian, Polish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Croatian and Greek languages. In Greek it is Polina. Notable people with this name include: Saint Paula (347–404), saint and follower of St Jerome Paula Abdul (born 1962), American pop singer and television personality Paula Acker (1913–1989), German correspondent, journalist, communist activist Paula Angel (c.

Surname: Klein

French

Aaron E. Klein (1930–1998), American historian of science Dan Klein, American computer scientist Daniel Klein (grammarian) (1609–1666), German-Lithuanian pastor and grammarian Daniel B. Klein (born 1962), American economist Etienne Klein (born 1958), French physicist and philosopher of science Fritz Klein (sex researcher) (1932–2006), American sex researcher Gary A.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Paula?
The first name Paula originates from Latin. Paula is a common female given name (from Latin Paula, little/small). It is used in German, English, Estonian, Finnish, Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, Romanian, Hungarian, Polish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Croatian and Greek languages. In Greek it is Polina. Notable people with this name include: Saint Paula (347–404), saint and follower of St Jerome Paula Abdul (born 1962), American pop singer and television personality Paula Acker (1913–1989), German correspondent, journalist, communist activist Paula Angel (c.
When was Paula most popular?
The name Paula reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Klein?
The surname Klein originates from French. Aaron E. Klein (1930–1998), American historian of science Dan Klein, American computer scientist Daniel Klein (grammarian) (1609–1666), German-Lithuanian pastor and grammarian Daniel B. Klein (born 1962), American economist Etienne Klein (born 1958), French physicist and philosopher of science Fritz Klein (sex researcher) (1932–2006), American sex researcher Gary A.
What are the origins of the name Paula Klein?
The name Paula Klein combines two different traditions: the first name Paula has Latin roots, while the surname Klein originates from French.
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