NAME PROFILE
Paolo
Paolo is an Italian name derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble.' It carries a sense of charm and sophistication, often associated with creativity and depth of character.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,739 |
| Gender | Male (58% / 42%) |
| Peak year | 2004 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1960 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 32%CA — 30%FL — 15%TX — 13%NJ — 10%
Notable People
Paolo Malatesta (Historical figure, Italian nobleman) · Paolo Sorrentino (Film director, *The Great Beauty*) · Paolo Nutini (Singer-songwriter, *New Shoes*) · Paolo Rossi (Footballer, World Cup champion) · Paolo Coelho (Author, *The Alchemist*)
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