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Saul vs Peyton

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
Peyton Rank #659

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Peyton more popular?

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Saul and Peyton mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Saul and Peyton boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Peyton is primarily a boy name.

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