Pauleth
A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 76 living Americans carry the first name Pauleth. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Pauleth today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Pauleth births was 2021 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Pauleth. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Pauleth. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
76
~ 1 in 4,509,926 Americans
Peak year
2021
13 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,857
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Pauleth: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Pauleth from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 56 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Pauleth by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Pauleth during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Pauleths live
Origin
Meaning and history of Pauleth
The name Pauleth is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek language, with its roots dating back to the 5th century BC. It is thought to be a variation of the more common name "Paul," which itself derives from the Latin name "Paulus," meaning "small" or "humble."
In ancient Greece, the name Pauleth was likely used as a diminutive form, reflecting the idea of smallness or humility. It is possible that the name was initially given to individuals of shorter stature or those who exhibited a modest or humble demeanor. However, the exact origins and reasons behind the name's creation remain unclear due to the scarcity of historical records from that time period.
One of the earliest known references to the name Pauleth can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, who lived from 428 BC to 348 BC. In his dialogue "The Republic," Plato mentions a character named Pauleth, though little is known about the significance of this character or the reasons behind the use of this particular name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Pauleth. One such individual was Pauleth of Antioch, a 4th-century Christian martyr who was reportedly executed during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian for refusing to renounce her faith. Another historical figure with this name was Pauleth of Thessalonica, a 6th-century Byzantine scholar and philosopher known for her contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics.
In the Middle Ages, the name Pauleth appeared in various European regions, though its usage was relatively rare. One notable bearer of the name was Pauleth of Regensburg, a 12th-century German abbess and religious leader who played a significant role in the establishment of several monasteries in the region.
During the Renaissance period, the name Pauleth gained some popularity among certain aristocratic and intellectual circles. One prominent figure from this era was Pauleth Veronica Gambara, an Italian poet and writer who lived from 1485 to 1550. Her works were widely celebrated and influenced the literary culture of her time.
In more recent centuries, the name Pauleth has remained relatively uncommon, though it has been used sporadically in various parts of the world. One notable bearer of the name was Pauleth Elvacher, a 19th-century French painter and sculptor who gained recognition for her portraits and landscape works.
While the name Pauleth has a rich and diverse history spanning several centuries and cultures, it has never achieved widespread popularity or usage. Its unique origins and variations have contributed to its rarity, making it a distinctive and intriguing name choice for those seeking something out of the ordinary.
People
Pauleth + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Pauleth as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with P
Other first names starting with P with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Pauleth: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Pauleth?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 76 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Pauleth going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 4,509,926 US residents.
Is Pauleth a common name?
We classify Pauleth as "Very Rare". It ranks above 60.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 76 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Pauleth most popular?
The single biggest year for Pauleth was 2021, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Pauleth is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Pauleth a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Pauleth in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.