Gender: Male
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Mighty in battle, Strong in Battle, Battle Strong
Pronunciation: KAH-hal, /ˈkɑːhəl/, K AE TH AH L
Popularity Rank: #15,516
Derived from the Gaelic name Cathal, meaning 'mighty in battle' or 'battle ruler'. It is a popular name in Ireland and has strong historical and cultural significance.
The name Cathal is of Irish origin and means Mighty in battle, Strong in Battle, Battle Strong. It is often used as a Male name and is mostly used as a First Name.
Cathal is commonly found in Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America, and 23 more countries.
Phonetic Pronunciation: KAH-hal
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet): /ˈkɑːhəl/
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: K AE TH AH L
K: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
AE: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
TH: Pronounce as in "thin" (TH IH N)
AH: Pronounce as in "but" (B AH T)
L: Pronounce as in "let" (L EH T)
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At NamesLook, the name Cathal is recorded 2,880 times globally, ranking it as the 15,516th most common name worldwide.
Cathal is most prevalent in Ireland, with 2,362 occurrences, making it the 137th most popular name in the country.
In Ireland, the name Cathal is found among 1 in every 39 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | #137 | 1 : 39 |
| United Kingdom | #2,144 | 1 : 1,337 |
| United States of America | #30,526 | 1 : 40,202 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Cathal from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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