Paula
The name Paula [ paw-luh ][1] is a female given name. Paula is a lovely name that has been well-liked for many years. It has an interesting background and comes from the Latin word "Paulus," which means "small" or "humble." The name Paula has been used in different cultures and languages, such as Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and English.[2] There are many celebrities with the name Paula, including Paula Prentiss, Paula Zahn and Paula Abdul. This name has been used in naming Atlantic hurricanes, beginning with the 2010 Atlantic hurricane season. This name was ranked #821 on the US Popular Names in 2021.[3]
People
- Paula Yates, British television presenter and writer
- Paula Abdul, American singer, dancer, choreographer, actress, and television personality
- Paula Radcliffe, English long-distance runner
- Paula Hawkins, British writer
References
- ↑ "Definition of Paula | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-04-08.
- ↑ "Paula name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Retrieved 2023-04-08.
- ↑ OACT. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-04-08.
