Saul vs Raymond

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
Raymond Rank #380

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Raymond more popular?

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Saul and Raymond mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Saul and Raymond boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.

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