Paul
[pɔːl]Meaning
from the Roman name Paulus, which meant "small" in Latin
Background Story
Paul derives from the Roman name Paulus, which meant "small" in Latin. Due to the renown of Saint Paul the name became common among early Christians, and it was borne by a number of other early saints and six popes. In England it was relatively rare during the Middle Ages, but became more frequent beginning in the 17th century.
Temperament
Variations
Paolo, Pablo, Pau
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