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At a Glance
- Meaning
- French form of Paulina: small, the younger
- Origin
- French
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- paw-LEEN
Pauline (paw-LEEN) is a French name, a form of Paulina, meaning "small" or "the younger." It has a vintage, classic feel that has stayed timeless rather than trendy, and it suits a girl whose parents want something familiar but not common today.
Meaning & Origin of Pauline
Meaning: French form of Paulina: small, the younger.
Origin: French.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Pauline
paw-LEENIPA /pɔːˈliːn/
Popularity of Pauline
Pauline ranked #32 in the U.S. in 1915, when 6,334 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3475, with 45 babies named Pauline that year.
Names Like Pauline
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FAQ
What does the name Pauline mean?
French form of Paulina: small, the younger. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Pauline?
Pauline is pronounced paw-LEEN (IPA: /pɔːˈliːn/).
Is Pauline a popular name right now?
Pauline peaked at #32 in 1915 and is ranked #3475 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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