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Meanings

Latin Baby Names Meaning:

In Latin Baby Names the meaning of the name Paula is: Little; small.

Swedish Baby Names Meaning:

In Swedish Baby Names the meaning of the name Paula is: Little.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Paula is: Little.

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