Cathal Fermin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Fermin — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Fermin 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 Fermin: Surname Anna Fermin, American folk/country singer and songwriter Cristy Fermin (born 1956), Filipino talk show host. Freddy Fermín (born 1995), Venezuelan baseball player Iamdra Fermín (born 1984), Dominican TV hostess, emcee, and actress Fermín Aldeguer (born 2005), Spanish motorcycle racer Fermín Arango (born 1874), Spanish-Argentine painter Fermín Cacho (born 1969), Spanish track and field athlete Fermín Francisco de Carvajal-Vargas (born 1722), 1st Duke of San Carlos and Grandee of Spain Fermín Zanón Cervera (born 1875), Spanish zoologist Fermín IV (born 1974), Mexican rapper & pastor Ferm. 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: Fermin

Spanish

Surname Anna Fermin, American folk/country singer and songwriter Cristy Fermin (born 1956), Filipino talk show host. Freddy Fermín (born 1995), Venezuelan baseball player Iamdra Fermín (born 1984), Dominican TV hostess, emcee, and actress Fermín Aldeguer (born 2005), Spanish motorcycle racer Fermín Arango (born 1874), Spanish-Argentine painter Fermín Cacho (born 1969), Spanish track and field athlete Fermín Francisco de Carvajal-Vargas (born 1722), 1st Duke of San Carlos and Grandee of Spain Fermín Zanón Cervera (born 1875), Spanish zoologist Fermín IV (born 1974), Mexican rapper & pastor Ferm.

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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 Fermin

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 Fermin:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Fermin?
The surname Fermin originates from Spanish. Surname Anna Fermin, American folk/country singer and songwriter Cristy Fermin (born 1956), Filipino talk show host. Freddy Fermín (born 1995), Venezuelan baseball player Iamdra Fermín (born 1984), Dominican TV hostess, emcee, and actress Fermín Aldeguer (born 2005), Spanish motorcycle racer Fermín Arango (born 1874), Spanish-Argentine painter Fermín Cacho (born 1969), Spanish track and field athlete Fermín Francisco de Carvajal-Vargas (born 1722), 1st Duke of San Carlos and Grandee of Spain Fermín Zanón Cervera (born 1875), Spanish zoologist Fermín IV (born 1974), Mexican rapper & pastor Ferm.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Fermin?
The name Cathal Fermin combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Fermin originates from Spanish.
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