Paolina
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The Story of Paolina
Picture a name that carries the grace of Italian elegance and the humility of ancient Rome, a name that speaks of quiet strength.
Paolina is the graceful feminine form of the Roman name Paulus, which derives from the Latin word 'paulus.' This name has journeyed through Italian and Portuguese cultures, carrying a consistent meaning of 'small' or 'humble' across centuries.
When you say Paolina, you hear a sense of gentle dignity. This name is for your daughter, a child you envision possessing an elegant kindness and a humble spirit, a presence that enriches the lives of those around her.
What It Means
“An Italian and Portuguese feminine form of the Roman name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble'.”
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#15 in 2004
Total Births
175
First Recorded
1920
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