Cathal Houle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Houle — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Houle 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 Houle: David Houle (biologist), evolutionary biologist David Houle (futurist) (born 1948), futurist and author Eric Houle (born 1981), Arena Football League kicker Hugo Houle (born 1990), Canadian professional cyclist Marie-Josée Houle (21st century), Canadian accordionist Marielle Houle (21st century), Canadian criminal Mariette Houle (born 1954), former Canadian handball player Martin Houle (born 1985), Canadian professional ice hockey player Réjean Houle (born 1949), Canadian ice hockey forward 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: Houle

English

David Houle (biologist), evolutionary biologist David Houle (futurist) (born 1948), futurist and author Eric Houle (born 1981), Arena Football League kicker Hugo Houle (born 1990), Canadian professional cyclist Marie-Josée Houle (21st century), Canadian accordionist Marielle Houle (21st century), Canadian criminal Mariette Houle (born 1954), former Canadian handball player Martin Houle (born 1985), Canadian professional ice hockey player Réjean Houle (born 1949), Canadian ice hockey forward

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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 Houle

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 Houle:

7
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Houle?
The surname Houle originates from English. David Houle (biologist), evolutionary biologist David Houle (futurist) (born 1948), futurist and author Eric Houle (born 1981), Arena Football League kicker Hugo Houle (born 1990), Canadian professional cyclist Marie-Josée Houle (21st century), Canadian accordionist Marielle Houle (21st century), Canadian criminal Mariette Houle (born 1954), former Canadian handball player Martin Houle (born 1985), Canadian professional ice hockey player Réjean Houle (born 1949), Canadian ice hockey forward
What are the origins of the name Cathal Houle?
The name Cathal Houle combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Houle originates from English.
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