"asked of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Saul
Pronunciation: [ s-AWL ]
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Meaning & Origin
"prayed for"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Saul
Saul is a Hebrew name from sha'ul, meaning asked of God or prayed for — suggesting a child who was deeply longed for and petitioned in prayer. It is the name of the first King of Israel in the Hebrew Bible, later replaced by David, and also the birth name of the Apostle Paul before his conversion on the road to Damascus. Using it for a girl is an unconventional choice that gives a strong Biblical name a fresh context.
Saul has historically been used almost exclusively for boys in Jewish, Christian, and Hispanic naming traditions. Its appearance as a girl's name is extremely rare, likely reflecting the trend toward traditionally masculine names for girls seeking something bold and distinctive.
As a Biblical name of royal and apostolic significance, Saul carries enormous historical weight. Applied to a girl, it becomes a statement of gender-bending boldness, honoring ancient tradition in a thoroughly modern way.
Historical Record
Saul first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 74 babies have been named Saul in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Saul is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,510 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saul was the first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel around 1050 BCE
- The Apostle Paul was born Saul of Tarsus, and his name change after his Damascus road experience represents one of history's most famous conversions
Saul in Other Languages
French
Saul
German
Saul
Hebrew
Shaul
Italian
Saulo
Spanish
Saul
Popularity Over Time
#33,510
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #33,510
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew American English Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Sauly
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saul
What does the name Saul mean?
"asked of God" (from Hebrew). "prayed for" (from Hebrew). Saul is a Hebrew name from sha'ul, meaning asked of God or prayed for — suggesting a child who was deeply longed for and petitioned in prayer. It is the name of the first King of Israel in the Hebrew Bible, later replaced by David, and also the birth name of the Apostle Paul before his conversion on the road to Damascus. Using it for a girl is an unconventional choice that gives a strong Biblical name a fresh context.
What is the origin of the name Saul?
Saul has Hebrew, American, English, and Spanish origins. In Hebrew, it means "asked of God". In Hebrew, it means "prayed for".
Is Saul a boy or girl name?
Saul is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #33510. As a boy name, it is ranked #560. Saul is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Saul?
Saul is pronounced s-AWL.
How popular is the name Saul?
Saul is currently ranked #33510 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Saul?
Common nicknames for Saul include Sauly.
What are good middle names for Saul?
Popular middle name pairings include Saul Marie, Saul Grace, Saul Anne, Saul Joy, and Saul Claire.
What are good sibling names for Saul?
Names that pair well with Saul as siblings include Asa, Ezra, Levi, Phineas, and Zara.
How many syllables does Saul have?
Saul has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Saul a common or rare name?
Saul is an uncommon name, ranked #33510 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Saul
Saul is a girl name with Hebrew, American, English, and Spanish origins . The name means "asked of God" in Hebrew .
Is Saul a boy or girl name? Saul is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #33,510 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #560. Saul is more commonly used as a boy name.
Saul is currently ranked #33,510 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Saul has 1 syllable and is pronounced s-AWL, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Saul include Sauly. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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