Holding steady.
Popularity of Paulmichael since 1976
Babies named Paulmichael per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 101 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Paulmichael is a rare compound name that blends two enduring classics: Paul and Michael. First recorded in the United States in 1976, its most frequent year of use was 1984, when it reached its peak popularity. The name has since maintained a stable but minimal presence, never appearing in the Social Security Administration's top 1000 rankings. It is a modern coinage that reflects a tradition of pairing strong, traditional names to create something distinctive yet familiar.
Paulmichael is a modern compound name formed from Paul and Michael. Paul derives from the Roman family name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble' in Latin, and Michael comes from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?'. This style of combining two traditional names gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Paul, Mike, Mickey, PJ
Sibling names for Paulmichael
Names that share Paulmichael's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Marykate, Annemarie, Sarahjane, Rosemary, Catherine
Brothers: Josephpaul, Jamesrobert, Johnpatrick, Davidmark, Matthewthomas
