Cathal name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Irish, Celtic and Germanic
Usage: Irish, English, Gaelic, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish and Finnish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Cathal KA-hal
Meaning: Battle and ? = Fierce and Battle and Val = Rule
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What does Cathal mean?

Of Germanic, Old Irish and Celtic origin, Customary Cathal is principally used in Danish, Norwegian, Irish, English, Swedish, Finnish and Gaelic and a boy name, Cathal means "Battle and ? = Fierce or Battle and Val = Rule".

How do I pronounce Cathal?

The most common pronunciation of one syllabled Cathal is KA-hal. There should be emphasis on first KA syllable while speaking. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., c(a)-thal.

Variants of Cathal

Cahal

How popular is the name Cathal?

Cathal used to be a common name in Ireland, first appeared in 1964 and over 7886 babies have been given the name in 56 years. At its zenith in 1998,. However after 56 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but it is still going strong.

Cathal is an uncommon baby name in United States still in use today. In England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 but could not make beyond the top 900.

Over 130 babies in England and Wales have been named Cathal.

Cathal is a common name in Northern Ireland while somewhat familiar name in England and Australia. At least, 8000 people globally have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearRankBirths
2015120775
2007123625
200481408
200293916
2000631310
199884786
[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Numerological analysis of Cathal

You know how to express yourself and always use the right words at the right time, and win the attention of the right people. You are the mover and shaker of the world. Details matter to you, especially when it comes to choosing your love partner. You believe planning revenge is a waste of energy and time and you use those doing something productive or noble. You have a powerful appearance. You always make the best entrance, no matter where you appear.

Parents who liked Cathal, loved these names

  •  Cadi - Anomalous gender-neutral name Cadi has its origin in Celtic and Old Greek, meaning of Cadi is "Luck, Rhythm or Pure" is mostly used in English and Arabic
  •  Bretta - Bretta's meaning is From Britain is used principally in English which originated from Old English and Celtic is a baby girl name
  •  Comhghall - Boy name Comhghall is originated from Celtic, Comhghall means "Co-Hostage"
  •  Arte - Of Celtic origin, Arte means "Noble or Bear Man" predominantly used in English, Old SwedishFinnish and Hindi is bestowed upon boys
  •  Gildas mainly is used in Welsh and English, meaning of Gildas is "Name of a Historian or Hair" given to both sexes is originated from Celtic and Welsh

Sibling Names for Cathal

If you are considering naming your baby boy Cathal, you might also be interested in finding sibling names that complement it perfectly. Here's a list of names for brothers and sisters that will pair well with the Irish name Cathal, from classic and traditional to modern and unique.

Sister to Cathal

Names for Cathal's brother

Famous people named Cathal

  • Cathal Crobhdearg Ua Conchobair, King of Connacht
  • Cathal mac Tadg, was King of Connacht, 973
  • Cathal mac Domhnall Ó Conchobair, was King of Connacht from 1318 to 1324
  • Cathal Carragh Ua Conchobair, was King of Connacht from 1189 to 1202
  • Cathal Coughlan, Irish Fianna Fáil politician
  • Cathal Ó Sándair,
  • Cathal Buí Mac Giolla Ghunna, Irish poet
  • Cathal Cú-cen-máthair, Irish King of Munster
  • Cathal mac Finguine, Irish King of Munster or Cashel
  • Cathal Ó Murchadha, Irish politician and republican
  • Cathal Gannon, Irish harpsichord maker
  • Cathal mac Conchobair, was King of Connacht
  • Cathal Óg Mac Maghnusa, Irish historian
  • Cathal O'Byrne, Irish singer, poet and writer
  • Cathal Brugha, Irish revolutionary and republican politician
  • Cathal Goulding, was Chief of Staff of the Irish Republican Army and the Official IRA
  • Cathal Naughton, Irish hurler
  • Cathal Casey, Irish retired hurler
  • Cathal Ryan, Gaelic footballer from County Laois
  • Cathal O'Shannon, Irish politician, trade unionist and journalist
  • Cathal Boylan, MLA has been a councillor on Armagh City and District Council since 2005
  • Cathal Muckian, a native of Dundalk
  • Cathal Black in Love & Rage as Director
  • Cathal O'Hallin in Invasion as Actor
  • Cathal J. Dodd in Marvel Super Heroes as Actor
  • Cathal MacGarvey portrayed minor character of Shanahan, a jarvey in 1926 drama, romance movie Irish Destiny.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
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