Cathal Beardsley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Beardsley — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Beardsley is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Cathal is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Cathal, composed of cath (battle) and val (rule). An ancient Irish name borne by many kings of Connacht. The surname Beardsley: Albert R. Beardsley, builder of Albert R. Beardsley House in Elkhart, Indiana Alfred Beardsley, memorabilia dealer involved in the O. J. Simpson robbery case Alice Beardsley, American actress, known for The Shopping Bag Lady Ally Beardsley, American comedian and performer Aubrey Beardsley (1872–1898), English illustrator and poet Bartholomew Crannell Beardsley (1775–1855), Canadian lawyer, judge and politician Chris Beardsley (born 1984), English footballer Christina Beardsley (born 1951), English priest and advocate for transgender inclusion in the Church of England Craig Beardsley (born 1960. Cathal is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 130K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Cathal reached peak popularity in the 1990s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cathal

Meaning: battle rule

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Cathal, composed of cath (battle) and val (rule). An ancient Irish name borne by many kings of Connacht.

Surname: Beardsley

English

Albert R. Beardsley, builder of Albert R. Beardsley House in Elkhart, Indiana Alfred Beardsley, memorabilia dealer involved in the O. J. Simpson robbery case Alice Beardsley, American actress, known for The Shopping Bag Lady Ally Beardsley, American comedian and performer Aubrey Beardsley (1872–1898), English illustrator and poet Bartholomew Crannell Beardsley (1775–1855), Canadian lawyer, judge and politician Chris Beardsley (born 1984), English footballer Christina Beardsley (born 1951), English priest and advocate for transgender inclusion in the Church of England Craig Beardsley (born 1960.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cathal is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 83%
United Kingdom 17%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cathal by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cathal Beardsley:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cathal?
The first name Cathal originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Cathal, composed of cath (battle) and val (rule). An ancient Irish name borne by many kings of Connacht.
When was Cathal most popular?
The name Cathal reached its peak popularity during the 1990s.
What is the origin of the surname Beardsley?
The surname Beardsley originates from English. Albert R. Beardsley, builder of Albert R. Beardsley House in Elkhart, Indiana Alfred Beardsley, memorabilia dealer involved in the O. J. Simpson robbery case Alice Beardsley, American actress, known for The Shopping Bag Lady Ally Beardsley, American comedian and performer Aubrey Beardsley (1872–1898), English illustrator and poet Bartholomew Crannell Beardsley (1775–1855), Canadian lawyer, judge and politician Chris Beardsley (born 1984), English footballer Christina Beardsley (born 1951), English priest and advocate for transgender inclusion in the Church of England Craig Beardsley (born 1960.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Beardsley?
The name Cathal Beardsley combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Beardsley originates from English.
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