Small or humble
Pavel is the Slavic form of the Latin name Paulus (Paul). It has been a common name throughout Eastern Europe for centuries, particularly in Russia, the Czech Republic, and Bulgaria, often associated with the early Christian apostle Paul.
Less common today
Pavel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,797 in 2008.
Navigator of the USS Enterprise Β· Star Trek
Russian professional ice hockey player
NHL Hall of Fame hockey player known as the Russian Rocket
Czech former professional footballer and Ballon d'Or winner
Founder of Telegram and VK
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
