Girl
Pauline
small, humble
About Pauline
Pauline carries the weight of tradition with remarkable lightness, offering classical elegance without feeling stuffy or outdated. This name has weathered decades of naming trends while maintaining its inherent dignity and charm. Pauline suggests reliability, intelligence, and quiet confidence—someone you can count on in any situation. The name has literary and historical significance without being pretentious, connecting your daughter to generations of accomplished women while allowing her to define it for herself. Pauline works beautifully in professional settings, commanding respect while remaining approachable and friendly. The name offers wonderful vintage appeal that's experiencing renewed appreciation among parents tired of trendy alternatives. Pauline adapts gracefully to various personalities, suiting both the artistic dreamer and the pragmatic achiever. With nicknames like Polly, Paula, or Lina, flexibility exists for different life stages. This name doesn't scream for attention but earns recognition through substance and staying power. Parents choosing Pauline often appreciate enduring quality over fleeting fashion, valuing names with proven track records and timeless appeal. Pauline represents a safe yet sophisticated choice that never disappoints.
Popularity of the Name Pauline
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #115 | |||
| 1881 | #110 | |||
| 1882 | #108 | |||
| 1883 | #113 | |||
| 1884 | #114 | |||
| 1885 | #109 | |||
| 1886 | #111 | |||
| 1887 | #104 | |||
| 1888 | #98 | |||
| 1889 | #95 | |||
| 1890 | #90 | |||
| 1891 | #93 | |||
| 1892 | #92 | |||
| 1893 | #86 | |||
| 1894 | #80 | |||
| 1895 | #76 | |||
| 1896 | #75 | |||
| 1897 | #72 | |||
| 1898 | #70 | |||
| 1899 | #72 | |||
| 1900 | #71 | |||
| 1901 | #64 | |||
| 1902 | #70 | |||
| 1903 | #62 | |||
| 1904 | #56 | |||
| 1905 | #54 | |||
| 1906 | #53 | |||
| 1907 | #52 | |||
| 1908 | #51 | |||
| 1909 | #48 | |||
| 1910 | #42 | |||
| 1911 | #38 | #176 | ||
| 1912 | #38 | |||
| 1913 | #35 | #148 | ||
| 1914 | #34 | #127 | ||
| 1915 | #32 | #182 | ||
| 1916 | #33 | #150 | ||
| 1917 | #33 | #116 | ||
| 1918 | #35 | #132 | ||
| 1919 | #36 | #173 | ||
| 1920 | #36 | #108 | ||
| 1921 | #37 | #82 | ||
| 1922 | #36 | #85 | ||
| 1923 | #37 | #65 | ||
| 1924 | #38 | #68 | ||
| 1925 | #38 | #55 | ||
| 1926 | #39 | #61 | ||
| 1927 | #42 | #66 | ||
| 1928 | #48 | #45 | ||
| 1929 | #50 | #50 | ||
| 1930 | #52 | #32 | ||
| 1931 | #56 | #32 | ||
| 1932 | #59 | #27 | ||
| 1933 | #64 | #39 | ||
| 1934 | #71 | #38 | ||
| 1935 | #80 | #44 | ||
| 1936 | #82 | #45 | ||
| 1937 | #87 | #36 | ||
| 1938 | #97 | #42 | ||
| 1939 | #105 | #34 | ||
| 1940 | #104 | #30 | ||
| 1941 | #109 | #32 | ||
| 1942 | #112 | #29 | ||
| 1943 | #112 | #29 | ||
| 1944 | #124 | #26 | ||
| 1945 | #125 | #24 | ||
| 1946 | #133 | #25 | ||
| 1947 | #137 | #28 | ||
| 1948 | #145 | #26 | ||
| 1949 | #156 | #24 | ||
| 1950 | #163 | #28 | ||
| 1951 | #180 | #26 | ||
| 1952 | #186 | #24 | ||
| 1953 | #198 | #26 | ||
| 1954 | #210 | #32 | ||
| 1955 | #221 | #34 | ||
| 1956 | #221 | #33 | ||
| 1957 | #229 | #33 | ||
| 1958 | #248 | #37 | ||
| 1959 | #249 | #41 | ||
| 1960 | #268 | #50 | ||
| 1961 | #267 | #63 | ||
| 1962 | #304 | #64 | ||
| 1963 | #284 | #47 | ||
| 1964 | #287 | #60 | #12 | |
| 1965 | #306 | #67 | #24 | |
| 1966 | #316 | #70 | #28 | |
| 1967 | #333 | #65 | #27 | |
| 1968 | #333 | #71 | #35 | |
| 1969 | #359 | #87 | #42 | |
| 1970 | #378 | #98 | #55 | |
| 1971 | #396 | #88 | #66 | |
| 1972 | #418 | #114 | #71 | |
| 1973 | #441 | #161 | #72 | |
| 1974 | #465 | #141 | #77 | |
| 1975 | #520 | #106 | #95 | |
| 1976 | #536 | #158 | #77 | |
| 1977 | #590 | #224 | #90 | |
| 1978 | #555 | #153 | #73 | |
| 1979 | #638 | #219 | #45 | |
| 1980 | #630 | #197 | #65 | |
| 1981 | #611 | #238 | #98 | |
| 1982 | #685 | #250 | #97 | |
| 1983 | #676 | #275 | #120 | |
| 1984 | #716 | #350 | #126 | |
| 1985 | #724 | #159 | #144 | |
| 1986 | #776 | #262 | #118 | |
| 1987 | #825 | #362 | #171 | |
| 1988 | #821 | #355 | #170 | |
| 1989 | #740 | #246 | #185 | |
| 1990 | #755 | #296 | #186 | |
| 1991 | #715 | #241 | #443 | |
| 1992 | #887 | #301 | #402 | |
| 1993 | #786 | #325 | #221 | #485 |
| 1994 | #866 | #308 | #513 | |
| 1995 | #894 | #307 | #516 | |
| 1996 | #984 | #288 | #587 | |
| 1997 | #974 | #388 | #342 | #551 |
| 1998 | #312 | #615 | ||
| 1999 | #380 | #616 | ||
| 2000 | #637 | #740 | ||
| 2002 | #596 | #853 | ||
| 2003 | #391 | #799 | ||
| 2004 | #464 | |||
| 2008 | #713 | |||
| 2009 | #843 | |||
| 2011 | #759 | |||
| 2016 | #1000 | |||
| 2001 | #781 | |||
| 2025 | #957 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Pauline
Names Similar to Pauline
Nicknames for Pauline
- Pau
- Paulie
- Line
- Lina
Famous People Named Pauline
| Pauline Bonaparte | Sister of Napoleon Bonaparte |
| Pauline Johnson | Canadian poet and writer |
| Pauline Collins | English actress |
| Pauline Kael | Influential American film critic |
| Pauline Hanson | Australian politician |
| Pauline Réage | Pen name of French author Anne Desclos |
| Pauline Viardot | French composer and singer |
| Pauline Phillips | Known as "Dear Abby," an advice columnist |
| Pauline Black | British singer and lead vocalist of The Selecter |
| Pauline Trigère | French-American fashion designer |
| Pauline Frederick | American silent film actress |
| Pauline Lafont | French actress |
| Pauline Gedge | Canadian author |
| Pauline Tantot | French model and social media influencer |
| Pauline Chiou | American journalist and news anchor |
| Pauline Oliveros | American composer and accordionist |
| Pauline Julien | Canadian singer and actress |
| Pauline Baynes | English illustrator |
| Pauline Parker | Half of the infamous Parker-Hulme murder duo |
| Pauline Marois | First female Premier of Quebec, Canada |
Characters Named Pauline
| Pauline Mario | Princess Peach's alternate name in the "Donkey Kong" series |
| Pauline Fossil | Character from the book "Ballet Shoes" by Noel Streatfeild |
| Pauline Campbell-Jones | Character from the TV show "Keeping Up Appearances" |
| Pauline in the "Super Paper Mario" video game | |
| Pauline Mole | Character from Sue Townsend's "Adrian Mole" series |
| Pauline Beale | Character from the TV show "EastEnders" |
| Pauline Cox | Character from the novel "The French Lieutenant's Woman" by John Fowles |
| Pauline Quirke | Character from the TV series "Birds of a Feather" |
| Pauline Davis | Character from the TV series "The League of Gentlemen" |
| Pauline Cafferkey | Character from the TV show "Waterloo Road" |
| Pauline Karka | Character from the novel "Under the Volcano" by Malcolm Lowry |
| Pauline Williams | Character from the TV show "Shameless" |
| Pauline Zile | Character from the novel "Another Roadside Attraction" by Tom Robbins |
| Pauline Gray | Character from the TV series "East of Everything" |
| Pauline Green | Character from the TV show "Skins" |
| Pauline Picard | Character from the TV show "Desperate Romantics" |
| Pauline Russet | Character from the novel "Pauline's Passion and Punishment" by Louisa May Alcott |
| Pauline Rowe | Character from the TV show "River City" |
| Pauline Little | Character from the TV show "The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin" |
| Pauline Lamb | Character from the TV show "Cold Feet" |