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Paulina

Paulina (name) means a female given name, the feminine form of Paul. Example: “Her grandmother's name was Paulina.”

name
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A female given name, the feminine form of Paul.
"Her grandmother's name was Paulina."
noun
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A student or former student of St Paul's Girls' School in London.

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In plain EnglishA female first name, feminine version of Paul.

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Etymology

From Latin Paulina, the feminine form of Paulinus, itself from Paulus ("small").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Paulina” mean?

The word “Paulina” means a female given name, the feminine form of Paul. In plain terms, a female first name, feminine version of Paul.

How do you use “Paulina” in a sentence?

Here is “Paulina” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother's name was Paulina.”

What part of speech is “Paulina”?

Depending on how it is used, “Paulina” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Paulina” come from?

The word “Paulina” comes from Latin. From Latin Paulina, the feminine form of Paulinus, itself from Paulus ("small").

How many meanings does “Paulina” have?

“Paulina” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name, the feminine form of Paul.

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