A 1940s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Paulett since 1942
Babies named Paulett per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 98 |
| 1950s | 121 |
| 1960s | 89 |
| 1970s | 50 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 38 |
| 2020s | 42 |
Meaning & origin
Paulett is a rare French diminutive of Paula, ranking 7,133th in 2023 with a 1-in-107,151 frequency. Its peak usage came in 1949, during the boom of feminine -ett names in the mid-20th century. After a long decline, the name has been on a modest rise since 2016. Though not tied to any specific state, its style fits a vintage revival taste for names like Colette and Nanette.
Paulett is a feminine diminutive of Paula, the feminine form of Paul, which derives from the Latin 'Paulus' meaning 'small' or 'humble'. The suffix -ett is a common French diminutive, lending the sense of 'little Paula'. The name has been in occasional use in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, though it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Paula, Polly, Letta
Sibling names for Paulett
Names that share Paulett's style, for a brother or sister.
