Girls name · North Carolina
Paula in North Carolina
In 2025, 13 babies born in North Carolina were named Paula, making it the #765 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1918, add up to 6,475.
Popularity over time
Paula in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 | #580 |
| 1939 | 26 | #232 |
| 1953 | 195 | #59 |
| 1966 | 231 | #39 |
| 1979 | 59 | #120 |
| 1992 | 12 | #476 |
| 2007 | 16 | #611 |
| 2025 | 13 | #765 |
Its busiest year in North Carolina was 1964, with 296 Paula births. Paula's highest rank in North Carolina was #32, set in 1964.
Rank swung between #32 (1964) and #1561 (2014) in North Carolina, from #580 in 1918 to #765 in 2025.
Nationally, Paula's strongest state was Rhode Island, where it hit #19 in 1953. See Paula in every state →
How popular is Paula in North Carolina?
In 2025, 13 babies born in North Carolina were named Paula, making it the #765 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1918, add up to 6,475.
How many babies are named Paula in North Carolina?
North Carolina recorded 13 births of babies named Paula in 2025.
What is the rank of Paula in North Carolina?
Paula ranked #765 among girls names in North Carolina in 2025.
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.