Cathal Ogden

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Ogden — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Ogden 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 Ogden: Ogden is both a surname and a given name of English origin. Surname Aaron Ogden (1756–1839), American soldier, lawyer, United States Senator and fifth governor of New Jersey Abner Nash Ogden (1809–1875), justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court Aimee Ogden (born 1983), American writer and poet Alan Ogden (born 1954), English footballer Archie Ogden (born 1994), English cricketer Ben Ogden (born 2000), American cross-country skier Bud Ogden (born 1946), American former National Basketball Association player Carlos C. 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: Ogden

English

Ogden is both a surname and a given name of English origin. Surname Aaron Ogden (1756–1839), American soldier, lawyer, United States Senator and fifth governor of New Jersey Abner Nash Ogden (1809–1875), justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court Aimee Ogden (born 1983), American writer and poet Alan Ogden (born 1954), English footballer Archie Ogden (born 1994), English cricketer Ben Ogden (born 2000), American cross-country skier Bud Ogden (born 1946), American former National Basketball Association player Carlos C.

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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 Ogden

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 Ogden:

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 Ogden?
The surname Ogden originates from English. Ogden is both a surname and a given name of English origin. Surname Aaron Ogden (1756–1839), American soldier, lawyer, United States Senator and fifth governor of New Jersey Abner Nash Ogden (1809–1875), justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court Aimee Ogden (born 1983), American writer and poet Alan Ogden (born 1954), English footballer Archie Ogden (born 1994), English cricketer Ben Ogden (born 2000), American cross-country skier Bud Ogden (born 1946), American former National Basketball Association player Carlos C.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Ogden?
The name Cathal Ogden combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Ogden originates from English.
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