Pablo
small, humble (Latin)
Pablo is a spanish / biblical boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 186, with 45,099 records. It has 2 syllables.
The May 2021 total includes the name written with JR: 34,093 as Pablo, and 11,006 as Pablo Jr.
Origin and meaning
small, humble (Latin)
Pablo is the Spanish equivalent of Paul, derived from the Roman family name Paulus. Introduced to the Philippines during centuries of Spanish rule and Catholic evangelization, it remains a classic male given name across various regions.
Spanish form of the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It was widely disseminated in the Christian world via the apostle Paul and established in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone traditional name or compounded as Juan Pablo. Common Filipino nicknames include Pabs, Pabling, and Pol.
Related forms
- Paul English
- Paolo Italian
- Paul French
- Paulo Portuguese
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Pablo with common surname pairs
Each pair is a mother's maiden surname plus a father's surname. The number is the sound-fit score for this first name.
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How do I use Pablo with two Filipino surnames?
Pablo is the given name. The full name is Pablo + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Pablo a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Pablo is number 186, with 45,099 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.