Paulette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Paulette is a French name that originates from the Latin Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It has evolved from its Latin roots through Old French to its modern form. The name carries traits of elegance and sophistication, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 17th century and continues to be a charming choice today.

The name Paulette is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Paulette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Paulette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5372nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4512th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1944th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 349th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 210th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 465th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1400th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2835th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1852nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Paulette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paulette"

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Pronunciation

/pɔːˈlɛt/

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Origin

French

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Etymology

Paulette is a diminutive form of the name Paul, which is derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble'.

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Meaning

small, humble

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Language Evolution

Paulus (Latin), Paulus (Old French), Paulette (Modern French)

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Historical Usage

Paulette gained popularity in the 17th century in France as a feminine form of Paul, and it has been used in various cultures since.

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Variants & Derivatives

Pauline, Paulette, Paula

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Modern Popularity & Image

Paulette is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and charm.

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Famous People

Paulette Goddard, Paulette Cooper, Paulette Dubost

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paulette"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Paulette"

"Paulette" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5372nd of 6773 17
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 4512th of 7552 48
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1944th of 9107 334
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 349th of 9204 6,568
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 210th of 12526 28,934
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 465th of 19264 7,161
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1400th of 27321 1,709
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 2835th of 35406 912
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1852nd of 30306 1,329

Regional Popularity of "Paulette" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Paulette" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
100.00%
1416th/1416
60.77%
838th/1379
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
18.89%
292nd/1546
18.89%
294th/1556
17.08%
402nd/2353
19.46%
301st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
8.67%
193rd/2227
7.94%
193rd/2430
7.64%
218th/2853
9.44%
262nd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
14.98%
440th/2937
12.72%
443rd/3483
12.59%
443rd/3518
13.11%
530th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
43.99%
1621st/3685
27.60%
1235th/4475
26.70%
1387th/5194
19.96%
1261st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
93.37%
4278th/4582
59.74%
3085th/5164
38.18%
2792nd/7313
21.18%
1581st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
62.40%
2486th/3984
46.85%
2102nd/4487
26.46%
1805th/6822
17.97%
1128th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Paulette"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Paulette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.