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Gregory 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

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Popularity Comparison

Gregory Rank #538
Saul Rank #560

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Saul more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Saul mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Gregory and Saul boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.

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