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Johnathan 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

Johnathan Rank #518
Saul Rank #560

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathan or Saul more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Johnathan and Saul mean?

Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Johnathan and Saul boy or girl names?

Johnathan is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.

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