Small or humble
Pauline is the French diminutive form of Paula, which is the feminine version of the Roman family name Paulus. It was a highly popular name in the early 20th century but has since become a rare, vintage choice for modern parents.
Less common today
Pauline isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #714 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Princess of France and sister of Napoleon I
Influential American film critic for The New Yorker
American tennis champion and world No. 1
Academy Award-nominated British actress
Character in the video game series Donkey Kong · Donkey Kong
Long-running character on the soap opera EastEnders · EastEnders
