Saul Maccarthy

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Saul Maccarthy — Hebrew
30K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Saul Maccarthy is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Saul is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Saul is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the English form of שָׁאוּל‎, the Hebrew name of the Biblical King Saul. The name translates to "asked for/borrowed". People named Saul include: Saul Adadi (1850–1918), Sephardic Hakham and rosh yeshiva in the Tripoli Jewish community Saul Alinsky (1909–1972), American political activist Saúl Álvarez (born 1990), Mexican boxer, WBA - WBC middleweight champion Saúl Armendáriz (born 1970), Mexican wrestler under the ring name Cassandro Saul Ascher (1767–1822), Jewish narrative writer and publicist Saul Bass (1920–1996), film graphic designer. The surname Maccarthy from Irish Mac Cárthaigh, meaning 'son of Carthach' (loving one). The MacCarthys were Kings of Munster and one of Ireland's greatest dynasties. Saul is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 30K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Saul reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Saul

Hebrew

Saul is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the English form of שָׁאוּל‎, the Hebrew name of the Biblical King Saul. The name translates to "asked for/borrowed". People named Saul include: Saul Adadi (1850–1918), Sephardic Hakham and rosh yeshiva in the Tripoli Jewish community Saul Alinsky (1909–1972), American political activist Saúl Álvarez (born 1990), Mexican boxer, WBA - WBC middleweight champion Saúl Armendáriz (born 1970), Mexican wrestler under the ring name Cassandro Saul Ascher (1767–1822), Jewish narrative writer and publicist Saul Bass (1920–1996), film graphic designer.

Surname: Maccarthy

Meaning: son of Carthach

Celtic

From Irish Mac Cárthaigh, meaning 'son of Carthach' (loving one). The MacCarthys were Kings of Munster and one of Ireland's greatest dynasties.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Saul is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Saul by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Saul Maccarthy

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 Saul Maccarthy:

1
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Saul?
The first name Saul originates from Hebrew. Saul is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the English form of שָׁאוּל‎, the Hebrew name of the Biblical King Saul. The name translates to "asked for/borrowed". People named Saul include: Saul Adadi (1850–1918), Sephardic Hakham and rosh yeshiva in the Tripoli Jewish community Saul Alinsky (1909–1972), American political activist Saúl Álvarez (born 1990), Mexican boxer, WBA - WBC middleweight champion Saúl Armendáriz (born 1970), Mexican wrestler under the ring name Cassandro Saul Ascher (1767–1822), Jewish narrative writer and publicist Saul Bass (1920–1996), film graphic designer.
When was Saul most popular?
The name Saul reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Maccarthy?
The surname Maccarthy originates from Celtic. From Irish Mac Cárthaigh, meaning 'son of Carthach' (loving one). The MacCarthys were Kings of Munster and one of Ireland's greatest dynasties.
What are the origins of the name Saul Maccarthy?
The name Saul Maccarthy combines two different traditions: the first name Saul has Hebrew roots, while the surname Maccarthy originates from Celtic.
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