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Saul vs Mack

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
Mack Rank #499

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Mack more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Saul and Mack mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Saul and Mack boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.

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