Cathal Crabtree

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Crabtree — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Crabtree 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 Crabtree: Arthur Crabtree (1900–1975), a British cinematographer Bill Crabtree (1915–2001), an Australian politician Brian Crabtree (born 1938), a British wrestling announcer Carl Crabtree (1952–2025), an American rancher and politician in Idaho Clem Crabtree (1918–1981), an American football player and military officer Clyde Crabtree (1905–1994), an American college and professional football player David Crabtree (born 1975), also known as Deadly the Roadie, musician (The Rock of Travolta, The Moneyshots), radio presenter & roadie for John Otway David Crabtree, an American journalist and newscaster Don. 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: Crabtree

English

Arthur Crabtree (1900–1975), a British cinematographer Bill Crabtree (1915–2001), an Australian politician Brian Crabtree (born 1938), a British wrestling announcer Carl Crabtree (1952–2025), an American rancher and politician in Idaho Clem Crabtree (1918–1981), an American football player and military officer Clyde Crabtree (1905–1994), an American college and professional football player David Crabtree (born 1975), also known as Deadly the Roadie, musician (The Rock of Travolta, The Moneyshots), radio presenter & roadie for John Otway David Crabtree, an American journalist and newscaster Don.

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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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Notable People Named Cathal Crabtree

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Crabtree?
The surname Crabtree originates from English. Arthur Crabtree (1900–1975), a British cinematographer Bill Crabtree (1915–2001), an Australian politician Brian Crabtree (born 1938), a British wrestling announcer Carl Crabtree (1952–2025), an American rancher and politician in Idaho Clem Crabtree (1918–1981), an American football player and military officer Clyde Crabtree (1905–1994), an American college and professional football player David Crabtree (born 1975), also known as Deadly the Roadie, musician (The Rock of Travolta, The Moneyshots), radio presenter & roadie for John Otway David Crabtree, an American journalist and newscaster Don.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Crabtree?
The name Cathal Crabtree combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Crabtree originates from English.
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