Saul
Saul: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /sษหl/ ยท /soหl/
Meaning and origin of Saul
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Borrowed from Old English Saul. Doublet of Silas, which derived from Aramaic.
How popular is Saul?
Since 1880, 74 girls and 43,288 boys in the U.S. have been named Saul (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8994 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #270 in 1997. In 2025 it ranked #557 for boys, with 535 babies given the name.
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Saul FAQ
What does the name Saul mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Old English Saul. Doublet of Silas, which derived from Aramaic.
What is the origin of the name Saul?
Saul is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Saul?
Since 1880, 74 girls and 43,288 boys in the U.S. have been named Saul (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8994 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #270 in 1997. In 2025 it ranked #557 for boys, with 535 babies given the name.
Is Saul a boy or girl name?
Saul is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 74 girls and 43,288 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.