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Paola
GirlLatin origin · /pow-lah/ · classic
Meaning: Small.
Popularity 59/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Paola is an uncommon name (popularity 59/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Paola is the Italian feminine form of the name Paolo, which itself is derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble.' The name has been used in Italy and other Romance-speaking countries for centuries, often associated with Saint Paula, a prominent early Christian saint. Its classic and timeless nature has kept it in use across generations.
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