Cathal Pogue

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Pogue — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Pogue 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 Pogue: Pogue is the surname name of: Alan Pogue (born 1946), American photojournalist Charles Edward Pogue (born 1950), American film and television writer Charles Nelson Pogue (1897–1985), inventor of a miracle carburettor for petrol engines David Pogue (born 1963), Yahoo! Finance columnist, formerly New York Times Donald C. Pogue (1947–2016), American judge Forrest Pogue (1912–1996), US Army historian Harold Pogue (1893–1969), American football player and businessman Jamie Pogue (born 1977), Canadian baseball coach Justyn Pogue, American musician Ken Pogue (1934–2015), Canadian actor L. 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: Pogue

English

Pogue is the surname name of: Alan Pogue (born 1946), American photojournalist Charles Edward Pogue (born 1950), American film and television writer Charles Nelson Pogue (1897–1985), inventor of a miracle carburettor for petrol engines David Pogue (born 1963), Yahoo! Finance columnist, formerly New York Times Donald C. Pogue (1947–2016), American judge Forrest Pogue (1912–1996), US Army historian Harold Pogue (1893–1969), American football player and businessman Jamie Pogue (born 1977), Canadian baseball coach Justyn Pogue, American musician Ken Pogue (1934–2015), Canadian actor L.

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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 Pogue

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 Pogue:

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Pogue?
The surname Pogue originates from English. Pogue is the surname name of: Alan Pogue (born 1946), American photojournalist Charles Edward Pogue (born 1950), American film and television writer Charles Nelson Pogue (1897–1985), inventor of a miracle carburettor for petrol engines David Pogue (born 1963), Yahoo! Finance columnist, formerly New York Times Donald C. Pogue (1947–2016), American judge Forrest Pogue (1912–1996), US Army historian Harold Pogue (1893–1969), American football player and businessman Jamie Pogue (born 1977), Canadian baseball coach Justyn Pogue, American musician Ken Pogue (1934–2015), Canadian actor L.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Pogue?
The name Cathal Pogue combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Pogue originates from English.
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