Paolo
small or humble (Latin via Italian)
Paolo is a other / biblical boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 468, with 14,178 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
small or humble (Latin via Italian)
Paolo is the Italian cognate of the biblical name Paul (Latin Paulus). In the Philippines, it surged in popularity during the late 20th century as a cosmopolitan, melodious alternative to the older Spanish form Pablo. It remains a staple modern classic among Filipino boys across various social strata.
Italian form of Paul, ultimately derived from the Latin cognate Paulus meaning small or humble. In the Philippines, it became popular as a stylish alternative to the traditional Spanish Pablo and English Paul.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly nicknamed Pao, Pao-Pao, or Olie. It is also frequently used in compound names such as Paolo Miguel or John Paolo.
Related forms
- Pablo Spanish
- Paul English
- Paolo Italian
- Paul French
- Paulo Portuguese
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Paolo 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 Paolo with two Filipino surnames?
Paolo is the given name. The full name is Paolo + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Paolo a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Paolo is number 468, with 14,178 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.