Saul vs Lawrence

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
Lawrence Rank #510

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Lawrence more popular?

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

What do Saul and Lawrence mean?

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

Are Saul and Lawrence boy or girl names?

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

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