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Name Origin

Paulus is the Latin form of the Greek name Παῦλος (Paulos), meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It was a common Roman name and became widely used in Christianity due to Saint Paul, the apostle who spread Christianity throughout the Roman Empire.

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Paulus the Apostle (-67)

Apostle of Jesus Christ

  • Spreading Christianity throughout the Roman Empire
  • Writing numerous epistles in the New Testament

Paulus Emilius (-168)

Roman Statesman and general

  • Defeated the Marcomanni and Sarmatians during his consulship