The name DePaul is of French origin and means "of Paul". It is derived from the given name Paul, which was originally a Roman family name that meant "small" or "humble". The name Paul has been widely used throughout history, particularly among early Christians who venerated Saint Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ. The name DePaul is thought to have emerged as a variant of Paul in France during the Middle Ages. It has since spread to other countries and is now recognized as a distinct given name in its own right.
The name Depaul has seen varied popularity over the years in the United States, with a total of 56 babies given this name between 1981 and 1998.
In 1981, the year with the highest number of births for this name, there were 7 newborns named Depaul. The following years showed fluctuations in popularity:
* In 1984 and 1986, there were 5 babies named Depaul each year.
* There was a slight increase to 9 births in 1985.
* The late 1980s saw another dip, with only 5 births each in 1989 and 1990.
The early 1990s showed signs of renewed popularity:
* In 1991, there were again 5 babies named Depaul.
* This number increased to 7 in both 1993 and 1998.