Shaul

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Shaul Pronunciation

Shaul is pronounced shah-OOL /ʃɑˈul/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew Sha'ul, 'asked for, prayed for' — the original form of Saul (Israel's first king)Medium

In 30 seconds: Prayed-for and royal: Shaul is the Hebrew Saul — 'asked for'. The first king of Israel's name, devout and strong.

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Origin HighHebrew

MeaningFrom Hebrew Sha'ul, 'asked for, prayed for' — the original form of Saul (Israel's first king)

U.S. rank (2024)#4395 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births24 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 706

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Shaul comes from Hebrew Sha'ul, 'asked for, prayed for' — the original form of Saul, Israel's first king (and the apostle Paul's birth name). A devout, royal, storied name.

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish and Israeli families. Rare, asked-for at the root, and royal.

Did you know? Shaul is the original Hebrew form of Saul, 'asked for, prayed for' — Israel's first king, and the apostle Paul's Hebrew name; devout and storied.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Saul — root etymology

Variations

SaulShaoolSha'ul

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Shaul?

Shaul is pronounced shah-OOL (/ʃɑˈul/). Press play above to hear Shaul said aloud.

How do you say Shaul?

Shaul is said shah-OOL (/ʃɑˈul/). Press play above to hear Shaul said aloud.

What does the name Shaul mean?

Shaul is the Hebrew Saul — 'asked for, prayed for'.

Is Shaul a boy or girl name?

Shaul is a boy's name.

How popular is Shaul?

Shaul is a rare name in the U.S.