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The name Poul is of Latin, Danish origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the religion. Numerologically, Poul is often linked to the number 1.
Poul Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Poul mean? What is the meaning of the name Poul
Meaning of Poul: Name Poul in the Latin, Danish origin, means A small, little person. Name Poul is of Latin, Danish origin and is a Boy name.
Name
Poul
Meaning
A small, little person
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 4 characters
Spell
P-O-U-L
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
1
Indian Vedic Numerology
6
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Famous people with name Poul (Namesakes)
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- Poul Nyrup Rasmussen
Poul Oluf Nyrup Rasmussen (Danish pronunciation: [ˈpʰʌwl ˈnyˀɔp ˈʁɑsmusn̩], informally Poul Nyrup, born 15 June 1943), was Prime Minister of Denmark from 25 January 1993 to 27 November 2001 and President of the Party of European Socialists (PES) from 2004 to 2011.
- Poul Schlüter
Poul Holmskov Schlüter (Danish pronunciation: [ˈpʰʌwl ˈhʌlmskʌw ˈslytɐ], born 3 April 1929) is a Danish politician who served as Prime Minister of Denmark from 1982 to 1993.
- Poul Nielson
Poul Nielson (born 11 April 1943) is a Danish politician of the Social Democrats who has held ministerial posts in varios Danish governments and served as European Commissioner for Development and Humanitarian Aid from 1999 until 2004.
- Poul-Henning Kamp
Poul-Henning Kamp (born 1966) is a Danish computer software developer known for work on various projects.
- Alan Poul
Alan Mark Poul (born May 1, 1954) is an American film and television producer and director.
- Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen
Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen (born 20 September 1965) is the current President of the Badminton World Federation and a retired Danish badminton player who won major international singles titles in the 1990s, and ranks among Denmark's badminton greats.
- Poul Erik Andreasen
Poul Erik Andreasen (born December 17, 1949) is a Danish ex-football (soccer) player and manager, who managed the Danish Superliga side Aalborg BK (AaB) during their 1994-95 Superliga victory.
- Poul Popiel
Poul Peter Popiel (born February 28, 1943) is a Danish-American former professional ice hockey defenceman who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) and World Hockey Association (WHA), and also served as a head coach in the minor leagues.
- Poul Lange
Poul Lange, also known as Poul Hans Lange, (born 1956, Copenhagen) is a Danish illustrator, graphic designer, photographer, fine artist and children's book creator, who has won numerous awards for his design work.
- Poul Hansen (football manager)
Poul Hansen (born 4 December 1953) is a Danish football manager, formerly director of sports at Odense Boldklub.
- Poul de Haan
Poulus Johannes "Poul" de Haan (born 5 October 1947) is a retired Dutch coxswain.
- Poul Jørgensen (chemist)
Poul Jørgensen (born March 2, 1944 in Silkeborg, Denmark) is professor of chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University (AU), Denmark and director of the qLEAP Center for Theoretical Chemistry at AU, which was established in April 2012.
- Poul Krebs
Poul Krebs (born 28 May 1956 in Aarhus, Denmark) is a Danish pop/rock singer, songwriter and musician.
- Poul Michelsen
Poul Johan Sundberg Michelsen (born 22 July 1944 in Tórshavn) is a Faroese business man and politician, the leader of Progress (Framsókn), which he and others established in 2011.
- Poul Mortensen
Poul Mortensen (born 19 August 1937) is a Danish rower.
- Poul Justesen
Poul Justesen (born 26 May 1933) is a Danish rower.
- Poul Erik Nielsen
Poul Erik Nielsen (born 5 June 1942) is a Danish rower.
- Poul Frandsen
Poul Frandsen (born 17 August 1953) is a Danish boxer.
- Poul Erik Bæk
Poul Erik Bæk (born 11 August 1940) is a Danish equestrian.
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Poul - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Chitra Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Poul is Chitra. The Nakshatra Chitra of the name Poul is connected to the deity Tvashtar (Divine Architect), and is ruled by the Mars. The symbol for Poul is Pearl, and it is characterized by Beauty, Creativity. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Intelligent, Sharp.| name | Chitra |
|---|---|
| Deity | Tvashtar (Divine Architect) |
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Symbol | Pearl |
| Primary Quality | Beauty, Creativity |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Intelligent, Sharp |
Numerology of Poul
Numerology for Poul - Number 1 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Poul Numerology: Name Poul has a number value of 1 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 1 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 6 |
| Motivation Number | 9 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 1 |
| Inner Dream Number | 1 |
| Soul Urge Number | 9 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 9 |
| Personality Number | 1 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Poul
Syllables in Poul Name
How many syllables in baby name Poul? Poul has 1 syllables. The name "Poul" can be divided into 1 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Poul? | 1 (poul) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 4 |
| Unique letters: | 4 (p, o, u, l) |
| Poul backwards: | luop |
| Poul sorted alphabetically: | lopu |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | P-O-U-L |
| Pronunciation |
Name Poul is combinations of, 1 occurance of P, 1 occurance of O, 1 occurance of U, 1 occurance of L.
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Birthday Wishes for Poul
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Poul
Poul's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Poul on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Poul! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Poul, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Poul! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Poul
What is the meaning of Poul?
Name Poul means A small, little person as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Poul Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Poul?
Name Poul has numerology 6 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Poul?
Numerology number of Poul is 6 (Vedic) and 1 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Poul?
The lucky number of name Poul is 6 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Poul name?
The name Poul has 4 letters. The name Poul consists of 1 word with 4 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Poul?
Name Poul belongs to Chitra nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Poul come from?
Poul is a Latin, Danish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Poul?
The name Poul is of Latin, Danish origin and is used within communities.
What does Poul mean?
Name Poul means A small, little person as per The ParentZ
What does the name Poul mean?
Poul is of Latin, Danish origin and means A small, little person as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Poul?
Poul means A small, little person and is a Latin, Danish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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Happy Birthday, Poul! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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