Will my child share the name Pauline with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named Pauline per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Pauline in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Pauline becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Pauline is declining: down 1,084 places since 2020, to #4,201 in 2025. It peaked at #1,076 in 1998.

Is Pauline a good choice for a distinctive name?

Pauline is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Pauline a popular baby name in the United States?

Pauline does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Pauline is a distinctive choice, ranked #4201 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Pauline in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Pauline

Pauline has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1666 places in five years. It was most popular in 1998 at #1076 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Pauline is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Pauline in their class.