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Pavel

PAH-vel

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginLatin

The Story of Pavel

From the heart of Slavic tradition, Pavel offers a humble yet enduring strength, a steadfast presence for your son.

Pavel is the Russian and Slavic form of the Latin name Paulus, which means 'small' or 'humble.' This name has a long and storied history, carried through centuries of European culture and adopted into many languages, maintaining its core sense of modest grace.

When you speak the name 'Pavel,' it lands with a quiet reliability, a sense of grounded thoughtfulness. It conjures an image of a son who is kind, dependable, and approaches life with a gentle, considered perspective. You’ll feel a sense of calm assurance when writing it, knowing its solid foundation.

What It Means

A Russian and Slavic form of Paul, derived from the Latin 'Paulus' meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It has a long history of use.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Pavel Durov

    Founder of Telegram and VKontakte.

  • Pavel Nedvěd

    Czech former professional footballer.

Personality Traits

HumbleReliableKindThoughtful

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#83 in 2008

Total Births

1,507

First Recorded

1971

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