Gracious and small
A compound name combining John, meaning 'God is gracious,' and Paul, meaning 'small' or 'humble.' It is most frequently used in honor of Pope John Paul II, who led the Catholic Church for over 26 years. While rare as a single word, it carries a strong religious and traditional resonance.
Less common today
Johnpaul isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #741 in 2005.
Pope of the Catholic Church from 1978 to 2005
American naval commander during the Revolutionary War
American industrialist and art collector
American actor and screenwriter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
