boy name · Spanish origin
Pablo
/ PAH-bloh /
Meaning
Pablo means Small, humble (Spanish).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
PAH-bloh
Popularity
#430 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Pablo in the US, 1880–2025
Pablo first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2006, when 1,174 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 743.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Pablo mean?
Pablo is the Spanish form of Paul, from the Latin for “small” or “humble.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pablo mean?
Pablo means Small, humble. Pablo is the Spanish form of Paul, from the Latin for “small” or “humble.”
What is the origin of the name Pablo?
Pablo is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Pablo?
Pablo is pronounced “PAH-bloh.”
Is Pablo a boy or a girl name?
Pablo is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Pablo?
In 2025, Pablo ranked #430 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Pablo most popular?
Pablo was most popular in 2006, when about 1,174 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.