Paavo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Paavo Name at a Glance

Name	Paavo
Meaning	Finnish form of Paul.
Origin	Finnish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Paavo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Paavo means “Finnish form of Paul”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Paavo Name Origin

Our database records Paavo under Finnish origin. Browse more Finnish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Paavo a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Paavo is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Paavo

When considering Paavo for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.