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Saul vs Adan

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

Saul Rank #560
Adan Rank #496

Adan is more popular, ranked #496 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Adan more popular?

Adan is more popular, ranked #496 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Saul and Adan mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Adan means "man, human being" (Hebrew origin).

Are Saul and Adan boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Adan is primarily a boy name.

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