Paulina
Meaning of Paulina
The name Paulina is a feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "small" or "humble." It is the female form of Paulinus, which derives from Paulus, a Roman family name. The name has been embraced in various cultures and languages, particularly in Italian, Spanish, and English-speaking countries. Pronounced as paw-LEE-nuh in English, paw-LEE-nah in Italian, and pow-LEE-nah in Spanish, Paulina exudes an elegant and timeless charm. The name has historical roots dating back to ancient Rome and has been borne by numerous saints and notable figures throughout history. In contemporary times, it continues to be a popular choice for parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for their daughters. Popular variations include Pauline. According to U.S. Social Security Administration data, the popularity of Paulina has fluctuated over the years but remains a beloved choice with its highest rank at 365 in 2002.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as paw-LEE-nah (/paʊ̯ˈliːna/)
English
- Pronunced as paw-LEE-nuh (/pɔːˈliːnə/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as pow-LEE-nah (/poʊˈlinə/)
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Notable People Named Paulina
| Paulina Susana Rubio Dosamantes is a Mexican singer, songwriter, and television personality known as "The Golden Girl" and "Queen of Latin Pop," with over 15 million records sold. |
| Paulina Porizkova, a Czech-born model and writer, made history as the first Central European woman to grace the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue in 1984. |
| Paulina Vega Dieppa is a Colombian TV host, model, and beauty queen who was crowned Miss Universe 2014 and previously Miss Colombia 2013, making her the second Miss Universe from Colombia. |
| Chief Paulina, also known as Pahninee, was a renowned Northern Paiute war leader recognized for his effective guerrilla tactics during his active years from 1859 to 1867. |
| Paulina Olegovna Andreeva is a Russian actress known for her roles in the Russian television series The Method and the Netflix science fiction production, Better than Us. |
| Paulina Gaitán Ruíz is a well-known Mexican actress, recognized for her work in Mexican television and movies, as well as her role in the popular Netflix series Narcos. |
| Paulina Lavitz, also known as Pepi Lavitz, was a Polish-born actress known for her work in American Yiddish theatre. |
| Paulina Patience Abagaye - Paulina Patience Tangoba Abagaye is a Ghanaian diplomat and former ambassador to Italy, as well as a member of the New Patriotic Party of Ghana. |
| Paulina Cagara is a prominent Polish chess player. |
| Paulina Brodd is a Swedish model and beauty pageant titleholder who represented Sweden at the Miss Universe 2015 pageant after being crowned Miss Universe Sweden 2015. |
| Paulina Krumbiegel - Paulina Käte Krumbiegel is a German footballer known for her role as a midfielder for TSG Hoffenheim and the Germany women's national team. |
| Paulina Harriet de Gorostarzou (1811–1891) was a French-Spanish industrialist and philanthropist, best known for founding the Colegio Nuestra Señora de Lourdes in Valladolid in 1884. |
| Paulina Margarita Gálvez Pineda is a Colombian beauty queen who won the Miss International pageant in 1999 and was also named Miss Photogenic. |
| Paulina Paluch is a Polish athlete who competed in the women's 4 × 100 metres relay event at the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
