Cathal Saul

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Saul — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Saul 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 Saul: Andrew Saul (born 1946), chairman of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board April Saul (born 1955), American Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bernard Francis Saul (1872-1931), American banker Berrick Saul, CBE (1924-2016), Vice-Chancellor of the University of York Bernard Saul II, American businessman Bill Saul (1940-2006), American National Football League player Frank Saul (basketball) (1924-2019), American former National Basketball Association player Frank Saul (footballer) (born 1943), English former footballer Jack Saul, South African-Israeli tennis player John Hennessy Saul (18. 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: Saul

English

Andrew Saul (born 1946), chairman of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board April Saul (born 1955), American Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bernard Francis Saul (1872-1931), American banker Berrick Saul, CBE (1924-2016), Vice-Chancellor of the University of York Bernard Saul II, American businessman Bill Saul (1940-2006), American National Football League player Frank Saul (basketball) (1924-2019), American former National Basketball Association player Frank Saul (footballer) (born 1943), English former footballer Jack Saul, South African-Israeli tennis player John Hennessy Saul (18.

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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 Saul

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 Saul:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Saul?
The surname Saul originates from English. Andrew Saul (born 1946), chairman of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board April Saul (born 1955), American Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bernard Francis Saul (1872-1931), American banker Berrick Saul, CBE (1924-2016), Vice-Chancellor of the University of York Bernard Saul II, American businessman Bill Saul (1940-2006), American National Football League player Frank Saul (basketball) (1924-2019), American former National Basketball Association player Frank Saul (footballer) (born 1943), English former footballer Jack Saul, South African-Israeli tennis player John Hennessy Saul (18.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Saul?
The name Cathal Saul combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Saul originates from English.
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