Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 03, 2024

Paulina

US Popularity Rank: 1499

Origin: Spanish

Meaning: small

Paulina is a baby girl name of Spanish origin. Derived from the Latin name Paulinus and the baby boy name Paul, Paulina means “small.” Despite its religious connotations, this beautiful name is open to people from any walk of life. Though the name is associated with being petite or tiny, baby Paulina can be inspired to see the world in a big, fun, and creative way.

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