Paola
Meaning of Paola
The name Paola is a beautiful and elegant choice for a baby girl, rooted in Italian origin. Pronounced as pah-OH-lah (/paˈo.la/), Paola is the Italian form of Paula, which means "small" or "humble." This name carries a rich cultural heritage and is often associated with grace and sophistication. In the United States, Paola has seen varying levels of popularity over the years. It reached its peak in the early 2000s, with its highest rank being 302 in 1995. Although its usage has declined somewhat since then, it remains a timeless and classic choice for parents seeking a name with European flair and historical significance.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as pah-OH-lah (/paˈo.la/)
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Notable People Named Paola
| Paola Michelle Longoria López is a Mexican racquetball player who holds numerous world championship titles and has been the #1 player on the Ladies Professional Racquetball Tour for ten consecutive seasons. |
| Paola Di Benedetto is a versatile Italian media personality known for her work as a television presenter, radio host, model, and columnist. |
| Paola Sapienza is a prominent American and Italian economist known for her work in financial economics, cultural economics, and political economy, and is a faculty member at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. |
| Paola Gambara Costa was an Italian noblewoman and Roman Catholic saint known for her generosity and devotion to helping the poor and ill. |
| Paola Ogechi Egonu is a prominent Italian professional volleyball player, representing both Vero Volley Milano and the Italy women's national volleyball team. |
| Paola Suárez is a retired Argentine tennis player known for her success in women's doubles, winning eight Grand Slam titles and holding the No. 1 doubles ranking for 87 non-consecutive weeks. |
| Paola Severino is an Italian lawyer, academic, and politician. |
| Paola Ramos is an American journalist known for her work as a correspondent for Vice and contributions to Telemundo and MSNBC, with a focus on Latino issues. |
| Paola De Micheli is an Italian politician and manager who made history as the first woman to serve as Minister of Infrastructure and Transport in Italy from 2019 to 2021. |
| Paola Cavalieri is an Italian philosopher known for advocating for the extension of human rights to great apes and other animals, and for her editorial work on the international philosophy journal Etica & Animali. |
| Paola Cortellesi is a versatile Italian actress, voice actress, film director, singer, and presenter known for her work in movies, theater, television, and radio. |
| Paola Andrea Lattus Ramos is a Chilean actress recognized for her roles in films like Tony Manero (2008) and Optical Illusions (2009). |
| Paola Zancani Montuoro was an Italian classical scholar, archaeologist, and writer known for her work in ancient Greek art and her significant contributions to the restoration and excavation of historical sites in Italy. |
| Paola Taverna is an Italian politician and Vice-President of the Senate, representing the Five Star Movement. |
| Paola Tedesco is a multi-talented Italian actress, voice actress, and singer. |
