Saul vs Troy

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
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Saul and Troy mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Saul and Troy boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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