Paulla

Meaning & origin

Paulla first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1942 and saw its highest usage in 1951 during the peak of mid-century naming trends. Despite reaching its peak that year, the name has never been common and has remained very rare ever since. In 2025, its usage is virtually nonexistent, with fewer than 5 births. The name's trajectory is stable, meaning it has not experienced any recent resurgence. Paulla is a straightforward variant of Paula, itself derived from the Latin 'Paulus' (small/humble), and has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries as an alternative spelling. It has no strong regional associations, as top states data is empty, and it has never ranked in national popularity lists. The name's rarity makes it a distinct choice, but it remains anchored to the same humble meaning as its more common counterparts.

Paulla is a variant of Paula, the feminine form of Paul, which derives from the Latin 'Paulus' meaning 'small' or 'humble'. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century, often as an alternative spelling. It saw moderate use in the 1950s but has since become rare.