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Saul vs Gregory

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
Gregory Rank #538

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Gregory more popular?

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

What do Saul and Gregory mean?

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

Are Saul and Gregory boy or girl names?

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

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