Boys name · New York
Paul in New York
Paul was the 238th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 83 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 133,658 babies Paul.
Popularity over time
Paul in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 148 | 22nd |
| 1926 | 1,103 | 18th |
| 1943 | 1,883 | 15th |
| 1959 | 2,802 | 13th |
| 1976 | 1,048 | 23rd |
| 1992 | 598 | 48th |
| 2009 | 187 | 113th |
| 2025 | 83 | 238th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 22nd in 1910 to 238th in 2025.
The most babies named Paul in New York in a single year was 3,029, in 1954. Its best showing was 11th among boys names in 1949.
Across the country, Paul reached its best rank of 3rd in Alaska (1910). See Paul in every state →
How popular is Paul in New York?
Paul was the 238th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 83 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 133,658 babies Paul.
How many babies are named Paul in New York?
In 2025, 83 babies were named Paul in New York. The most babies named Paul in New York in a single year was 3,029, in 1954.
What is the rank of Paul in New York?
Paul ranked 238th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 11th among boys names in 1949.
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.