Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Italian 'paolo' meaning 'small' or 'little one'. In Christian tradition, Paola is a name given to girls in honor of various saints named Paula.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolic of humility and devotion.
Language details
Paola
The name Paola means small, humble, or modest
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
PAH-oh-lah
/ˈpɑːoʊlə/
Lucky number
8
Lucky day
Tuesday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Carnelian
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Paola is a popular name in Italy and is often used as a nickname or dimension name for people named Paul or Pauline.
In Christian tradition, Paola is a name given to girls in honor of numerous saints named Paula, such as Saint Paula of Rome, who was a wealthy lady who devoted her life to charitable works and thus earned the title "Apostle of Mercy."
Historical references
Paola, the wife of St. Paul the Apostle, is mentioned briefly in the New Testament book of Acts 16:12. She is described as a woman 'from the city of Damascus, an Ethiopian.', but no other details are given about her.
1st Century AD
Paola, or Paula, was a 4th century AD Roman noblewoman who dedicated her life to Christian charity. She built several churches and shelters for pilgrims, and is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.
4th Century AD
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