Girl
Paulina
small, humble
About Paulina
Elegant sophistication defines Paulina, a name that carries continental flair and refined femininity without feeling stuffy or overly formal in everyday use. This classic choice has maintained steady presence across multiple cultures, offering international appeal that serves well in our diverse modern world. Paulina possesses a musical quality with its flowing syllables, creating a pleasant rhythm that sounds beautiful whether spoken softly or announced formally. The name conveys maturity and grace, qualities that will serve your daughter well throughout every stage of her life journey. Paulina works particularly well for families with European heritage or those who appreciate names with international sophistication and timeless elegance. The built-in nickname options—Polly, Lina, or Paula—provide flexibility without sacrificing the formal name's inherent beauty and dignity. This choice suggests someone cultured, well-read, and comfortable in varied social settings, from casual gatherings to formal occasions. Paulina strikes the ideal balance between being recognizable enough to avoid constant corrections yet uncommon enough to maintain distinctiveness. Parents selecting Paulina typically value tradition blended with contemporary sensibilities, seeking names that honor the past while remaining perfectly suited for the present and future ahead.
Popularity of the Name Paulina
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #571 | |||
| 1881 | #666 | |||
| 1882 | #665 | |||
| 1883 | #805 | |||
| 1884 | #635 | |||
| 1886 | #973 | |||
| 1887 | #685 | |||
| 1888 | #879 | |||
| 1891 | #782 | |||
| 1892 | #894 | |||
| 1893 | #947 | |||
| 1894 | #893 | |||
| 1895 | #855 | |||
| 1896 | #866 | |||
| 1897 | #924 | |||
| 1925 | #845 | |||
| 1928 | #913 | |||
| 1988 | #959 | |||
| 1989 | #686 | |||
| 1990 | #568 | |||
| 1991 | #563 | #484 | ||
| 1992 | #550 | #460 | ||
| 1993 | #520 | #401 | ||
| 1994 | #554 | #537 | ||
| 1995 | #549 | #539 | ||
| 1996 | #512 | #511 | ||
| 1997 | #483 | #575 | ||
| 1998 | #533 | #614 | ||
| 1999 | #453 | #549 | ||
| 2000 | #477 | #700 | ||
| 2001 | #428 | #821 | ||
| 2002 | #366 | #495 | #815 | |
| 2003 | #417 | #790 | ||
| 2004 | #414 | #794 | ||
| 2005 | #399 | #509 | #885 | |
| 2006 | #503 | #494 | #805 | |
| 2007 | #493 | #904 | #343 | #925 |
| 2008 | #581 | #629 | #246 | #789 |
| 2009 | #637 | #537 | #217 | |
| 2010 | #722 | #662 | #438 | |
| 2011 | #763 | #790 | #264 | |
| 2012 | #835 | #867 | #463 | |
| 2013 | #830 | #751 | #634 | |
| 2014 | #959 | #841 | #568 | |
| 2015 | #880 | #843 | ||
| 2016 | #774 | #571 | ||
| 2017 | #881 | #927 | #563 | |
| 2018 | #919 | #683 | ||
| 2019 | #829 | #533 | ||
| 2020 | #834 | #658 | ||
| 2021 | #797 | |||
| 2022 | #795 | |||
| 2023 | #775 | |||
| 2024 | #782 | |||
| 2025 | #784 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Paulina
Names Similar to Paulina
Nicknames for Paulina
- Paula
- Lina
- Polly
- Pauli
Famous People Named Paulina
| Paulina Porizkova | Czech-American supermodel |
| Paulina Rubio | Mexican singer and actress |
| Paulina Vega | Colombian beauty queen and model |
| Paulina Gretzky | American singer and model |
| Paulina Peña Pretelini | Mexican politician and daughter of former President Enrique Peña Nieto |
| Pauline Phillips | American advice columnist, known as "Dear Abby" |
| Pauline Johnson | Canadian poet and performer |
| Pauline Kael | American film critic |
| Pauline Collins | English actress |
| Pauline McLynn | Irish actress |
| Paulina García | Chilean actress |
| Paulina Chiziane | Mozambican author |
| Pauline Trigère | French-American fashion designer |
| Paulina Olszynski | American actress |
| Pauline Réage | French author, known for "Story of O" |
| Paulina Matysek | Polish actress |
| Paulina Biernat | Polish singer and beauty queen |
| Paulina Franz | German singer |
| Paulina Goto | Mexican actress and singer |
| Paulina Andreeva | Russian actress |
Characters Named Paulina
| Paulina Stawski | from the book "The Alchemyst" by Michael Scott |
| Pauline Hanson | from the video game series "Donkey Kong" |
| Paulina Sanchez | from the TV show "Danny Phantom" |
| Paulina Escobar | from the movie "The Mosquito Coast" |
| Paulina de la Mora | from the TV show "La Casa de las Flores" |
| Paulina Pappenheimer | from the movie "American Loser" |