Paulo
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Paulo is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning "small, humble, or modest in character".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Portuguese
Religion
Christian
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
small, humble, or modest in character
Etymology
Derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It entered Portuguese as Paulo.
Famous People Named Paulo
- Paulo Coelho — Brazilian lyricist and novelist (born 1947)
- Paulo Freire — Brazilian educator and philosopher (1921–1997)
- Paulo Ferreira — Portuguese footballer (born 1979)
- Paulo Sousa — Portuguese footballer
- Paulo Evaristo Arns — Brazilian archbishop, cardinal and theologian (1921-2016)
Frequently Asked Questions About Paulo
What does the name Paulo mean?
Paulo means "small, humble, or modest in character", and is of Portuguese origin.
What is the origin of the name Paulo?
Paulo originates from Portuguese, commonly used in Europe.
Is Paulo a boy or girl name?
Paulo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Paulo associated with?
Paulo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Paulo?
Yes — notable people named Paulo include Paulo Coelho (Brazilian lyricist and novelist, born 1947), Paulo Freire (Brazilian educator and philosopher, 1921–1997), Paulo Ferreira (Portuguese footballer, born 1979), Paulo Sousa (Portuguese footballer) and Paulo Evaristo Arns (Brazilian archbishop, 1921-2016).
Last updated: June 2026