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Paulina name meaning

“small, modest”

Aksara Jawa
Aksara Sunda
Gender
♀ Girl
Origin
Latin
Syllables
3
Popularity
#316

Paulina is a feminine Latin name meaning “small” or “modest”. It is the feminine form of Paulinus, which derives from Paulus and ultimately from the Latin word paulus, meaning small. Paulinus and Paulus therefore provide the related name forms that explain Paulina's source and meaning.

What does Paulina mean?

Small, modest

In Indonesian: kecil, bersahaja

-na

The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →

Origin and cultural usage of Paulina

The feminine form of Latin Paulinus, derived from Paulus and the word paulus, meaning small.

Linguistic originLatin
Naming traditionChristian
Starts withP · Pa

Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.

Name combinations with Paulina

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Paulina, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

Paulina as a first name

  • Paulina Regina

    Interpretation
    May she become a queen who remains modest in leadership.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Regina: queen or female ruler
  • Paulina Florence Agustine

    Interpretation
    May she flourish beautifully while remaining modest and worthy of respect.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Florence: blooming, flourishing
    • Agustine: exalted, worthy of reverence
  • Paulina Angelica

    Interpretation
    May she remain modest, with a nature like an angel.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Angelica: angelic; like an angel
  • Paulina Talitha

    Interpretation
    May she be a young girl who always remains modest.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Talitha: young girl
  • Paulina Karen Stefani

    Interpretation
    May she remain modest and pure when wearing a crown of recognition.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Karen: pure, untainted
    • Stefani: crown, wreath of honor
  • Paulina Catharina

    Interpretation
    May she be a modest person whose purity remains intact.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Catharina: pure, undefiled
  • Paulina Marita Irina

    Interpretation
    May she be modest and beloved, living a peaceful life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Marita: beloved; bitter; rebellion
    • Irina: peace, tranquility
  • Paulina Inez

    Interpretation
    May she grow into a modest person with a pure heart.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished

Paulina as a middle name

  • Katarina Paulina Inez

    Interpretation
    May she remain modest, with purity deep within her heart.

    Meaning of each word

    • Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished
  • Melani Paulina Veronika

    Interpretation
    A picture of modest darkness, appearing as a bearer of victory.

    Meaning of each word

    • Melani: dark, black in color
    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Veronika: one who brings triumph or victory
  • Helen Paulina Sofya

    Interpretation
    May she be a bright light, modest and full of wisdom.

    Meaning of each word

    • Helen: torch, bright light
    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Sofya: wisdom
  • Helen Paulina Esterina

    Interpretation
    A picture of torchlight and starlight brought together in modesty.

    Meaning of each word

    • Helen: torch, bright light
    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Esterina: star
  • Marina Paulina Abigail

    Interpretation
    A picture of modest seas, with a father as a source of joy.

    Meaning of each word

    • Marina: of the sea
    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Abigail: my father is joy
  • Irena Paulina Vinny

    Interpretation
    May she achieve victory while remaining modest and filled with peace.

    Meaning of each word

    • Irena: peace, tranquility
    • Paulina: small, modest
    • Vinny: to conquer, to win

Paulina as a last name

  • Stephanie Paulina

    Interpretation
    May she wear a crown of victory while always remaining modest.

    Meaning of each word

    • Stephanie: crown or victory wreath
    • Paulina: small, modest
  • Mariska Paulina

    Interpretation
    May she be a beloved person who always remains modest.

    Meaning of each word

    • Mariska: beloved; bitter; star of the sea
    • Paulina: small, modest
  • Clara Paulina

    Interpretation
    May she shine brightly and remain modest when she becomes renowned.

    Meaning of each word

    • Clara: bright, renowned
    • Paulina: small, modest
  • Inez Paulina

    Interpretation
    May she have a pure heart and a modest manner.

    Meaning of each word

    • Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished
    • Paulina: small, modest
  • Brigitta Felicia Paulina

    Interpretation
    May she be noble, full of happiness, and always remain modest.

    Meaning of each word

    • Brigitta: exalted, elevated
    • Felicia: fortunate, happy
    • Paulina: small, modest
  • Agustine Paulina

    Interpretation
    May she be a noble person, respected for her modesty.

    Meaning of each word

    • Agustine: exalted, worthy of reverence
    • Paulina: small, modest

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How to pronounce Paulina

Syllables3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)ꦥꦲꦸꦭꦶꦤ
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)ᮕᮅᮜᮤᮔ

Is Paulina a girl’s name?

Yes, Paulina is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.

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Paulina ranks #316 among girl names in our data sample (30 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

Names that sound like Paulina

Famous people named Paulina

  • Paulina Kurniawan Putri · b. 2000
  • Paulina Haning Bullu · b. 1956
  • Paulina Robot · b. 1938
  • Paulina · b. 1982
  • Paulina · b. 1978
  • Paulina · b. 1970
  • Paulina Alida Welafubun · b. 1977
  • Paulina Amelia Picanussa · b. 1972
  • Paulina Goo · b. 1996
  • Paulina Reliubun
  • Paulina S Pongoh · b. 1957
  • Paulina Tamara Ellia Lumban Raja · b. 2000

FAQ about the name Paulina

What is the meaning of Paulina?

Paulina means small, modest. The feminine form of Latin Paulinus, derived from Paulus and the word paulus, meaning small.

Is Paulina a girl’s name?

Yes, Paulina is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Paulina?

Paulina is of Latin origin.

How many syllables does Paulina have?

Paulina has 3 syllables (Pau-li-na) and 7 letters.

How popular is the name Paulina?

Paulina ranks #316 among girl names in our data sample (30 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What full names go well with Paulina?

Some ideas: Paulina Regina; Katarina Paulina Inez; Stephanie Paulina.

Famous people named Paulina?

Notable people named Paulina include Paulina Kurniawan Putri, Paulina Haning Bullu, Paulina Robot.

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