Paulino

The first name Paulino is the Spanish and Portuguese variant of the Latin name Paulinus. It derives from the Roman nickname Paulus and carries the meaning 'the Little One' or 'the Younger', which is derived from the Latin word paulus meaning 'small'.

What does the name Paulino mean?

Paulino is a Spanish and Portuguese form of the Latin Paulinus. Originally, the name comes from the Roman nickname Paulus and means 'the Little One' or 'the Younger', derived from the Latin paulus for 'small'. The name is found not only in Spain and Portugal but is also very common in Latin America, where it is occasionally used as a surname. The feminine form of the name is Paulina.

Where does the name Paulino come from?

The first name Paulino has Latin roots and means 'the Little One' or 'the Younger'. The etymology is based on the Latin term paulus, which means 'small'. It is widespread in various languages, including Latin American, Portuguese, and Spanish.

How do you pronounce Paulino?

The pronunciation of Paulino is three syllables and soft. It is pronounced as 'Pau-li-no' [pauˈliːno], with the name starting with an open diphthong that conveys a sense of breadth and lightness. The following syllables flow harmoniously, and the ending '-no' provides a gentle, rounded finish. Overall, Paulino sounds harmonious and friendly - fluid, balanced, and with a warm timbre.

When is the name day of Paulino?

The name days for Paulino are January 11, June 22, July 12, August 31, and October 10.

Popularity

In Germany, Paulino is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was in 2011 at 2,275th place. Over the last ten years, Paulino has been given around 20 times, placing it 5,784th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,432nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Flark / Lino / Pauli

Similar first names

Famous people

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