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Stephen vs Saul

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

Stephen Rank #378
Saul Rank #560

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stephen or Saul more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Saul mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Stephen and Saul boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.

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