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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Italian feminine form of Paolo (Paul): small, humble
- Origin
- Italian
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- pah-OH-lah
Paola is the Italian feminine form of Paolo (Paul), and it means small, humble. It's pronounced pah-OH-lah, and it has a classic, worldly feel that works across languages and generations.
Meaning & Origin of Paola
Meaning: Italian feminine form of Paolo (Paul): small, humble.
Origin: Italian.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Paola
pah-OH-lahIPA /pɑːˈoʊlə/
Popularity of Paola
Paola peaked at #301 in 1999, when 1,027 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #1081, with 229 babies, so it's a familiar name that you won't hear on every playground.
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FAQ
What does the name Paola mean?
Italian feminine form of Paolo (Paul): small, humble. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Paola?
Paola is pronounced pah-OH-lah (IPA: /pɑːˈoʊlə/).
Is Paola a popular name right now?
Paola peaked at #301 in 1999 and is ranked #1081 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1950–2024.)
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