Shaul: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Asked for, a king's name of answered prayers and purpose.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #4206
- Peak
- #3649 in 1984
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Shaul Means
Shaul is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Asked for, a king's name of answered prayers and purpose.
How Popular Shaul Is
Shaul currently ranks #4206 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3649 in 1984. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Shaul
- Shaul is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Shaul is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Shaul
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Shaul
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Shaul.
Questions About Shaul
What does Shaul mean?
Shaul is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Asked for, a king's name of answered prayers and purpose.
How popular is Shaul?
Shaul currently ranks #4206 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3649 in 1984. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Shaul come from?
Shaul comes from Hebrew roots. Shaul is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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