Boys name · Illinois
Paul in Illinois
Paul was the 394th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 28 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 72,691 babies Paul.
Popularity over time
Paul in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 112 | 17th |
| 1926 | 705 | 17th |
| 1943 | 881 | 19th |
| 1959 | 1,444 | 19th |
| 1976 | 639 | 29th |
| 1992 | 322 | 54th |
| 2009 | 108 | 145th |
| 2025 | 28 | 394th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 17th in 1910 to 394th in 2025.
The most babies named Paul in Illinois in a single year was 1,525, in 1964. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1912.
Across the country, Paul reached its best rank of 3rd in Alaska (1910). See Paul in every state →
How popular is Paul in Illinois?
Paul was the 394th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 28 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 72,691 babies Paul.
How many babies are named Paul in Illinois?
In 2025, 28 babies were named Paul in Illinois. The most babies named Paul in Illinois in a single year was 1,525, in 1964.
What is the rank of Paul in Illinois?
Paul ranked 394th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1912.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.