Pauletta
Pauletta is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Small or humble.
Origin and history
Pauletta is a French diminutive form of Paula or Paulette, derived from the Latin name Paulus. It means 'small' or 'humble'. Historically given in the mid-to-late 20th century in the United States, it is now rarely given to newborns.
Popularity in the United States
2,522 babies in the United States have been named Pauletta since 1880. It ranks #3519 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (24.2 %)
- OH (15.2 %)
- IN (12.4 %)
- MO (8.8 %)
- CA (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 11 |
| 1920-1930 | 73 |
| 1930-1940 | 117 |
| 1940-1950 | 756 |
| 1950-1960 | 757 |
| 1960-1970 | 440 |
| 1970-1980 | 222 |
| 1980-1990 | 90 |
| 1990-2000 | 56 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Pauletta
- Pauletta Washington: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Paula, Etta, Polly
Fun facts
- The suffix '-etta' is a diminutive ending borrowed from Italian and French to denote endearment or smallness.
- The name experienced most of its U.S. popularity during the mid-20th century.