Pauline
Pauline: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɔːˌliːn/ · /pɔˈlin/
Meaning and origin of Pauline
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From French Pauline, in turn from Latin Paulīna; in regular use since the 19th century. By surface analysis, Paul + -ine (feminine suffix).
How popular is Pauline?
Since 1880, 226,404 girls and 775 boys in the U.S. have been named Pauline (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #32 in 1915. Its highest rank for boys was #903 in 1905. In 2025, 56 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Pauline FAQ
What does the name Pauline mean?
A female given name from Latin. From French Pauline, in turn from Latin Paulīna; in regular use since the 19th century. By surface analysis, Paul + -ine (feminine suffix).
What is the origin of the name Pauline?
Pauline is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Pauline?
Since 1880, 226,404 girls and 775 boys in the U.S. have been named Pauline (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #32 in 1915. Its highest rank for boys was #903 in 1905. In 2025, 56 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Pauline a boy or girl name?
Pauline is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 226,404 girls and 775 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.