Find out how popular the first name Pauletta has been for the last 24 years (from 1974 to 1997) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Pauletta by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Pauletta is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1997, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Pauletta.

The history of the first name Pauletta

The name Pauletta is derived from the Latin name Paulina, which was a feminine form of the Roman family name Paulinus, meaning "little Paulus". Paulus was a Roman praenomen, or personal name, derived from the Latin word "paulus", meaning "small" or "humble".

The name Paulina has its roots in ancient Rome, where it was borne by several notable women, including Pomponia Paulina, the wife of the Roman philosopher Seneca the Younger in the 1st century AD. Another famous Paulina was a Roman matron who lived in the 2nd century AD and was known for her great beauty and wealth.

The name Pauletta emerged as a variant of Paulina, with the additional diminutive suffix "-etta" added, which further emphasizes the meaning of "little" or "small". This variant form became popular in Italy during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Pauletta can be found in the Italian Renaissance painter Pauletta Malipiero (c. 1455-1506), who was a member of the noble Malipiero family of Venice and a renowned artist in her own right.

Another notable figure with the name Pauletta was Pauletta del Campo (1510-1576), an Italian noblewoman and the mistress of the Duke of Florence, Alessandro de' Medici. She was known for her beauty and intelligence, and played a significant role in the cultural life of Renaissance Florence.

In the 17th century, Pauletta Piccolomini (1592-1665) was an Italian aristocrat and the wife of the Duke of Amalfi. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of the Jesuit order.

In the 19th century, Pauletta Adair (1818-1888) was an American author and poet who wrote under the pen name "Pauline Ester". She was born in Kentucky and published several collections of poetry and prose works.

Another notable figure with the name Pauletta was Pauletta Buckner (1862-1936), an American educator and activist who advocated for the rights of African American women and children in the early 20th century.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who bore the name Pauletta, showcasing its enduring presence and cultural significance throughout various eras and regions.

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