Saul vs Abram

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

Saul Rank #560
Abram Rank #712

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Abram more popular?

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

What do Saul and Abram mean?

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

Are Saul and Abram boy or girl names?

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

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