Abram vs Saul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Saul

Boy #560 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"asked for, prayed for"

Origin: Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל)

Cultural Roots

Jewish English Spanish Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#560
Total SSA Count
529
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Abram Rank #712
Saul Rank #560

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 vs #712 for Abram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abram or Saul more popular?

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 compared to Abram at #712 in the United States.

What do Abram and Saul mean?

Abram means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Abram and Saul boy or girl names?

Abram is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.

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