Name comparison
John vs Paul
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 10.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | John | Paul |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 7,900,000 | 783,600 |
| Global rank | #4 | #39 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,013 | 1 in 10,209 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,626,987 | 783,600 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 784k for Paul - a ratio of about 10.1x.
John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God'). Paul originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is John or Paul more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 783,600 for Paul. That is roughly 10.1x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between John and Paul?
John originates from Hebrew. Paul originates from unknown sources.
Are John and Paul used for the same gender?
Both John and Paul are predominantly used as male names.
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