Boys name · South Dakota
Paul in South Dakota
Paul was the 249th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 6 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, South Dakota families have named 5,228 babies Paul.
Popularity over time
Paul in South Dakota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 12 | 19th |
| 1925 | 70 | 13th |
| 1940 | 53 | 20th |
| 1955 | 99 | 26th |
| 1970 | 68 | 19th |
| 1985 | 38 | 45th |
| 2000 | 8 | 145th |
| 2025 | 6 | 249th |
Its rank among boys names in South Dakota fell from 19th in 1910 to 249th in 2025.
The most babies named Paul in South Dakota in a single year was 114, in 1960. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, Paul reached its best rank of 3rd in Alaska (1910). See Paul in every state →
How popular is Paul in South Dakota?
Paul was the 249th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 6 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, South Dakota families have named 5,228 babies Paul.
How many babies are named Paul in South Dakota?
In 2025, 6 babies were named Paul in South Dakota. The most babies named Paul in South Dakota in a single year was 114, in 1960.
What is the rank of Paul in South Dakota?
Paul ranked 249th among boys names in South Dakota in 2025. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1913.
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.