NAME PROFILE
Paulette
Paulette is a French name meaning 'small' or 'humble,' derived from the Latin name Paulinus. It carries a sense of elegance and grace, often associated with a nurturing and caring personality. Paulette is a name that evokes warmth and a strong sense of community.
Key Stats
| Total births | 47,152 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1948 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1920 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 23%NY — 23%TX — 21%IL — 16%FL — 16%
Notable People
Paulette Goddard (Actress, *Modern Times*) · Paulette Cooper (Author, known for *The Scandal of Scientology*) · Paulette Bourgeois (Author, creator of *Franklin the Turtle*) · Paulette Jordan (Politician, former Idaho state representative) · Paulette Wright (Activist, known for her work in animal rights)
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