Saul vs Layne

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
Layne Rank #697

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 vs #697 for Layne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Layne more popular?

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 compared to Layne at #697 in the United States.

What do Saul and Layne mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Layne means "a narrow road or lane" (Old English origin).

Are Saul and Layne boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Layne is primarily a boy name.

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