Mary vs Paul
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Paul
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Small, humble
Peak: 1964 (1.33%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Paul |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.25% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.51% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.79% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.96% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 1.14% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 1.15% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 1.19% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 1.19% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 1.18% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 1.06% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.40% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.18% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Paul more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Paul peaked in 1964.
What do Mary and Paul mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Paul means "Small, humble".