Saul vs Solomon

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
Solomon Rank #418

Solomon is more popular, ranked #418 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Solomon more popular?

Solomon is more popular, ranked #418 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Saul and Solomon mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Solomon means "man of peace" (Hebrew origin).

Are Saul and Solomon boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Solomon is primarily a boy name.

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