Saul vs Porter

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
Porter Rank #616

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 vs #616 for Porter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Porter more popular?

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 compared to Porter at #616 in the United States.

What do Saul and Porter mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Porter means "gatekeeper, doorman" (Old French origin).

Are Saul and Porter boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Porter is primarily a boy name.

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