Paola
Paola: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Paola
- A female given name from Italian.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian Paola.
How popular is Paola?
Since 1880, 24,496 girls and 148 boys in the U.S. have been named Paola (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #301 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #4718 in 1995. In 2025, 178 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Paola FAQ
What does the name Paola mean?
A female given name from Italian. Borrowed from Italian Paola.
What is the origin of the name Paola?
Paola is listed as a name of Italian origin.
How popular is the name Paola?
Since 1880, 24,496 girls and 148 boys in the U.S. have been named Paola (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #301 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #4718 in 1995. In 2025, 178 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Paola a boy or girl name?
Paola is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 24,496 girls and 148 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.