Pol
A boy's name of Latin origin with 30 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Pol is a one-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 30 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Pol is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Pol is a boy's baby name with roots in Catalan and Welsh, serving as the regional form of Paul in both languages. Paul traces back to the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble" — the name carried by the Apostle Paul, one of the most influential figures in early Christianity. In Catalonia (northeastern Spain), Pol is a common and well-loved given name; in Wales, it appears as a traditional variant.
In the United States, Pol is exceptionally rare — a one-syllable gem with European roots that most people will recognize as connected to Paul. It has the crisp brevity of names like Bo, Tor, or Cai, and an international quality that wears well in multilingual families. For parents of Catalan or Welsh heritage, or simply those who love compact, cross-cultural names, Pol is a quiet standout.
EtymologyShow more
Pol is cataloged under the Latin naming tradition. Latin-origin names have been a backbone of Western naming for centuries, carried forward through the Roman Empire, the Catholic Church, and the Romance languages.
In the U.S., Pol has been recorded as a boy's name since 2008, with 30 total births. Browse the Latin names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Pol has 6+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2008.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 20 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 5 | — |
The Story of Pol
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2008, Pol is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Pol are most likely born between 2008 and 2018.
How rare is Pol?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Pol is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2008, peaked in the 2010s with 20 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(6 years, 2008–2020)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | #13559 |
| 2019 | 5 | #13628 |
| 2017 | 5 | #13755 |
| 2016 | 5 | #13688 |
| 2015 | 5 | #13542 |
| 2008 | 5 | #14099 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2008–2020