Lawrence 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

Lawrence Rank #510
Saul Rank #560

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrence or Saul more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Saul mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Lawrence and Saul boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.

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