Paulette
Meaning of Paulette
Paulette is a feminine name with French origins. It is pronounced as "paw-LET" in both American and British English, and as "po-LET" in French. The name Paulette is a variation of the name Paula.
In terms of popularity, Paulette has seen fluctuations over the years in the United States. In recent times, it has been less commonly used, ranking around 1500-2000 in the early 2000s. However, it was more popular in the mid-20th century, reaching its peak in the 1950s where it ranked within the top 300 names for baby girls.
As for associations, Paulette has a timeless and classic feel to it. It carries an elegant charm that can suit a variety of personalities. Whether you envision a sophisticated and refined individual or someone with a gentle and nurturing nature, Paulette can be a beautiful choice for your baby girl's name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as paw-LET (/pɔːˈlɛt/)
French
- Pronunced as po-LET (/po.lɛt/)
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Notable People Named Paulette
| Paulette Cooper is an American author and journalist known for her criticism of the Church of Scientology, which led to years of harassment and legal battles with the church. |
| Paulette Goddard was a prominent American actress and socialite whose career spanned six decades, from the 1920s to the early 1970s, making her a leading figure during the Golden Age of Hollywood. |
| Paulette Jordan - Paulette E. Jordan is an American politician who served in the Idaho House of Representatives and ran for Governor of Idaho and the United States Senate as a Democrat. |
| Paulette Leaphart is an American woman known for her self-advocacy as a breast cancer survivor and her 1,000 mile walk for awareness. |
| Paulette Sybil Flint is a local historian and author from Gladstone, Queensland, Australia, known for her independent history columns in The Observer. |
| Paulette Randall, MBE, is a British theatre director of Jamaican descent known for her work with Clean Break Theatre Company and Talawa Theatre Company, as well as her role as associate director for the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony. |
| Paulette McWilliams is an American singer and songwriter known for her work with bands like The American Breed and Rufus, as well as her collaborations with artists such as Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, and Michael Jackson. |
| Paulette Brisepierre - Paulette Louise Fernande Mireille Brisepierre was a French politician and Moroccan businessperson, known for her involvement with the Rally for the Republic and the Union for a Popular Movement. |
| Paulette Adassa Hamilton is a British Labour politician and the first black MP to represent a constituency in Birmingham, currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Birmingham Erdington since 2022. |
| Paulette Tenae Carlson is an American country singer-songwriter known for her success as the founder and lead vocalist of the country band Highway 101, as well as for her solo career with multiple chart-topping hits. |
| Paulette Goodman was the President of PFLAG from 1988 to 1992 and led the campaign for PFLAG ads on DC Metro buses. |
| Paulette Bourgeois is a Canadian writer famous for creating Franklin the Turtle, a character featured in picture books that have sold over 60 million copies worldwide and been translated into 38 languages. |
| Paulette Kay Jiles is an American poet, memoirist, and novelist. |
| Paulette Schwartzmann was a French-Argentine chess player. |
| Paulette Hernández is a Mexican actress recognized for her roles in plays, films, and television series including A corazón abierto, Destino, Cuna de lobos, Purasangre, Perdida, and Saw X. |
