Saulo Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SOW-loh /ˈsaʊloʊ/
Origin: Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning: Spanish: 'savior'; Portuguese: 'savior'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Saulo is derived from the Hebrew name Sha'ul, which means "asked for" or "prayed for." This name was transliterated into Greek as Saulos, which is the form that appears in the New Testament. The name entered Latin as Saulus, and from there, it was adopted into various languages, including English.
The transition from Hebrew to Greek and then to Latin reflects the historical spread of the name through religious texts and cultural exchanges in the Mediterranean region. Historically, the name Saulo is most notably associated with Saint Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, a significant figure in early Christianity.
His conversion experience, as described in the Acts of the Apostles in the New Testament, occurred in the 1st century CE, marking a pivotal moment in the spread of Christianity. Saint Paul’s epistles, which form a substantial part of the New Testament, have had a profound impact on Christian theology and practice, further solidifying the name's significance in Christian tradition.
Culturally, the name Saulo carries connotations of leadership and transformation, largely due to the legacy of Saint Paul. In various Christian traditions, he is celebrated for his missionary work and theological contributions, which have resonated through centuries.
The name has also been embraced in different cultures, often retaining its biblical roots and associations with faith and perseverance. Diminutive forms such as Saul or Paul may also be encountered, reflecting the name's adaptability across languages and cultures.
Famous people named Saulo
In this section, you will find notable people named Saulo. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Saulo who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Saulo Ribeiro is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner best known for winning multiple world championships and co-founding the Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu Academy.
Saulo Santos is a Brazilian musician best known for his work in the Brazilian music scene and contributions to various genres.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Saulo was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Saulo has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Saulo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Saulo is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Saulo was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Saulo (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Saulo.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |