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Paulus name meaning

“small, little”

Aksara Jawa
Aksara Sunda
Gender
♂ Boy
Origin
Latin
Syllables
2
Popularity
#153

Paulus is a masculine name from Latin Paulus, meaning “small” or “little.” Its meaning comes from that Latin source. The name is known in Christian naming through Paul the Apostle, giving it an association with the apostle alongside the literal meaning of its Latin form.

What does Paulus mean?

Small, little

In Indonesian: kecil, berukuran kecil

Origin and cultural usage of Paulus

From Latin Paulus, meaning 'small'. It is associated in Christian naming with Paul the Apostle.

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 Paulus

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

Paulus as a first name

  • Paulus Frederikus

    Interpretation
    May this little one become a ruler who brings peace.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Frederikus: peaceful ruler
  • Paulus Habel Julian

    Interpretation
    A picture of a little one from Julius's family with fleeting breath.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Habel: breath, fleeting vapor
    • Julian: belonging to the family of Julius
  • Paulus Ezra

    Interpretation
    May this little one offer help to those close by.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Ezra: help or assistance
  • Paulus Dave Antonio

    Interpretation
    A picture of a dearly loved little one from the Antonius family.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Dave: beloved
    • Antonio: of the Antonius family
  • Paulus Juan

    Interpretation
    May this little one receive the love that God graciously bestows.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Juan: God is gracious
  • Paulus Yosia

    Interpretation
    May this little one receive support and healing from God.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Yosia: Yahweh supports or heals
  • Paulus Oktavianus

    Interpretation
    A picture of a little one arriving as the family's eighth child.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Oktavianus: the eighth
  • Paulus Jordan Manuel

    Interpretation
    May this little one flow through life with God's accompanying presence.

    Meaning of each word

    • Paulus: small, little
    • Jordan: that which flows down
    • Manuel: God is with us

Paulus as a middle name

  • Yulianus Paulus Andrew

    Interpretation
    May this little one from the Julius family grow courageous.

    Meaning of each word

    • Yulianus: belonging to the family of Julius
    • Paulus: small, little
    • Andrew: manly, courageous
  • Angelo Paulus Natalis

    Interpretation
    A picture of a little one born as a messenger in life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Angelo: angel, messenger
    • Paulus: small, little
    • Natalis: relating to birth
  • Mikha Paulus Kevin

    Interpretation
    A picture of a gentle little birth questioning who resembles God.

    Meaning of each word

    • Mikha: who is like God?
    • Paulus: small, little
    • Kevin: fair or gentle birth
  • Leonardo Paulus Jos

    Interpretation
    May God grant this little one more courage like a lion.

    Meaning of each word

    • Leonardo: brave as a lion
    • Paulus: small, little
    • Jos: may God add
  • Davit Paulus Valentino

    Interpretation
    May this beloved little one grow strong and physically well.

    Meaning of each word

    • Davit: beloved, dearly loved
    • Paulus: small, little
    • Valentino: strong, healthy
  • Abram Paulus Gilbert

    Interpretation
    A picture of a little one as an honored father with brilliant promise.

    Meaning of each word

    • Abram: exalted father
    • Paulus: small, little
    • Gilbert: bright pledge

Paulus as a last name

  • Yulianus Paulus

    Interpretation
    A picture of a little one whose name recalls the Julius family.

    Meaning of each word

    • Yulianus: belonging to the family of Julius
    • Paulus: small, little
  • Stevano Paulus

    Interpretation
    May this little one attain victory as though wearing a crown.

    Meaning of each word

    • Stevano: crown, victory wreath
    • Paulus: small, little
  • Axel Paulus

    Interpretation
    May this little one know a father who embodies peace.

    Meaning of each word

    • Axel: father is peace
    • Paulus: small, little
  • Davit Paulus

    Interpretation
    May this little one be dearly loved throughout their life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Davit: beloved, dearly loved
    • Paulus: small, little
  • Angelo Paulus

    Interpretation
    May this little one arrive as a messenger in life.

    Meaning of each word

    • Angelo: angel, messenger
    • Paulus: small, little
  • Matthew Paulus

    Interpretation
    A picture of a little one whose presence is a gift from God.

    Meaning of each word

    • Matthew: gift from God
    • Paulus: small, little

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How to pronounce Paulus

Syllables2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)ꦥꦲꦸꦭꦸꦱ꧀
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)ᮕᮅᮜᮥᮞ᮪

Is Paulus a boy’s name?

Yes, Paulus is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 98% of bearers are male. See all boy names.

♂ Boys 98%Girls 2% ♀

Paulus ranks #153 among boy names in our data sample (112 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

Names that sound like Paulus

Famous people named Paulus

  • Paulus Budi Kleden · b. 1965
  • Paulus Waterpauw · b. 1964
  • Paulus Hisage · b. 1994
  • Paulus Moa · b. 1940
  • Paulus Pieter Bijlaard · b. 1898
  • Paulus Samador da Cunha
  • Paulus Ajambuani
  • Paulus Sekayu Karugu Limu
  • Paulus Yohanes Sumino · b. 1948
  • Paulus Haruna · b. 1958
  • Paulus Haryoto
  • Paulus Henuk

FAQ about the name Paulus

What is the meaning of Paulus?

Paulus means small, little. From Latin Paulus, meaning 'small'. It is associated in Christian naming with Paul the Apostle.

Is Paulus a boy’s name?

Yes, Paulus is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 98% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Paulus?

Paulus is of Latin origin.

How many syllables does Paulus have?

Paulus has 2 syllables (Pau-lus) and 6 letters.

How popular is the name Paulus?

Paulus ranks #153 among boy names in our data sample (112 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What full names go well with Paulus?

Some ideas: Paulus Frederikus; Yulianus Paulus Andrew; Yulianus Paulus.

Famous people named Paulus?

Notable people named Paulus include Paulus Budi Kleden, Paulus Waterpauw, Paulus Hisage.

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