Paulette Cann

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paulette Cann — Latin
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paulette Cann is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Paulette is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Paulette (po-LET) is the French feminine given name diminutive of the French/English/German given name Pauline, a derivative of the Latin Paulina, from the Roman family name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble". The masculine given name Paul comes from the same cognate. It is uncommon as a surname. The surname Cann: Cann is an English surname. Early occurrences of the name are found in north Dorset and Cornwall. The probable derivation is either from the Dorset village of Cann, or from the Old English "canne" meaning a can or cup (so the name would mean someone dwelling in a hollow or deep valley). Abraham Cann (died 1864), English sport wrestler Adrian Cann, Canadian soccer player A. J. Paulette is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 56K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Paulette reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Paulette

Latin

Paulette (po-LET) is the French feminine given name diminutive of the French/English/German given name Pauline, a derivative of the Latin Paulina, from the Roman family name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble". The masculine given name Paul comes from the same cognate. It is uncommon as a surname.

Surname: Cann

English

Cann is an English surname. Early occurrences of the name are found in north Dorset and Cornwall. The probable derivation is either from the Dorset village of Cann, or from the Old English "canne" meaning a can or cup (so the name would mean someone dwelling in a hollow or deep valley). Abraham Cann (died 1864), English sport wrestler Adrian Cann, Canadian soccer player A. J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Paulette 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 Paulette by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Paulette Cann

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 Paulette Cann:

6
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Paulette?
The first name Paulette originates from Latin. Paulette (po-LET) is the French feminine given name diminutive of the French/English/German given name Pauline, a derivative of the Latin Paulina, from the Roman family name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble". The masculine given name Paul comes from the same cognate. It is uncommon as a surname.
When was Paulette most popular?
The name Paulette reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cann?
The surname Cann originates from English. Cann is an English surname. Early occurrences of the name are found in north Dorset and Cornwall. The probable derivation is either from the Dorset village of Cann, or from the Old English "canne" meaning a can or cup (so the name would mean someone dwelling in a hollow or deep valley). Abraham Cann (died 1864), English sport wrestler Adrian Cann, Canadian soccer player A. J.
What are the origins of the name Paulette Cann?
The name Paulette Cann combines two different traditions: the first name Paulette has Latin roots, while the surname Cann originates from English.
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