Paulina
/pauˈlina/
The English name Pauline is translated into Spanish as Paulina.
Paulina is a female given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While the English name 'Pauline' ends in a consonant sound, the Spanish equivalent Paulina ends in an unstressed 'a' sound.
How do you pronounce it?
/pauˈlina/
Did you know?
- While Paulina is a standard name, the root is shared with the Spanish word paulatina, which means 'gradual' or 'step by step'.
- In some Latin American cultures, Paulina is occasionally paired as a compound name, such as Ana Paulina, to honor two different family members.
- While 'Pauline' is a common name in English, the variation Paola is often much more popular in Spain and certain parts of Latin America for the same linguistic root.
Examples in context
- Mi hermana se llama Paulina.My sister's name is Paulina.
- ¿Conoces a Paulina?Do you know Paulina?
- Paulina es una buena amiga.Paulina is a good friend.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a mutual acquaintance at a cafe.
- Javier¿Has visto a Paulina hoy?Have you seen Paulina today?
- ElenaNo, no he visto a Paulina.No, I haven't seen Paulina.
- JavierElla me llamó esta mañana.She called me this morning.
- ElenaTal vez ella esté en su casa.Maybe she is at her house.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “pauline” translations and entries Paulina, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
