Derived from French origins, the name Depaul is of noble descent, translating to 'of Paul.' It is a variant of the surname D'Epaul, which was originally bestowed upon a person who lived near a vineyard or had some association with wine-making. The name has been historically associated with prominent families and carries a sense of tradition and heritage.
The name Depaul experienced fluctuations in popularity between 1981 and 1998, with the highest number of births occurring in 1985 (9 births) and the lowest in 1984 and 1990 (both at 5 births). The years 1986, 1991, and 1993 also saw 7 births each. Overall, there were a total of 56 births during this period.