A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Jeanpaul since 1957
Babies named Jeanpaul per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1979, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jeanpaul's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 105 |
| 1970s | 402 |
| 1980s | 328 |
| 1990s | 345 |
| 2000s | 323 |
| 2010s | 185 |
| 2020s | 68 |
Meaning & origin
Jeanpaul first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1957, suggesting a mid-20th century adoption, likely influenced by French immigration or a taste for hyphenated names. Its peak came in 1973, during the 1970s revival names trend, when it reached its highest rank. After declining for decades, the name has been rising again since 2020, perhaps reflecting a renewed interest in French compound names. Currently ranked 6,803, Jeanpaul remains a rare but recognizable choice, given to roughly 1 in 142,340 boys in 2025. Unlike many names shaped by top states or famous bearers, Jeanpaul's appeal owes more to its European flair and the individual meanings of its components: grace and humility.
Jeanpaul is a compound name formed by combining the French forms of John (Jean) and Paul. Jean derives from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' while Paul comes from the Latin Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble.' The double-barreled name gained some popularity in French-speaking regions and occasionally in English-speaking countries, often chosen to honor two relatives or saints simultaneously.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: JP, Jeannot
Variants: Jean-Paul
Sibling names for Jeanpaul
Names that share Jeanpaul's style, for a brother or sister.
