Cathal
Cathal first appears in US records in 1998. It peaked in 2000, when 10 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Cathal popular?
Declining Cathal is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2000 peak.
| 2010s | 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 29 | |
| 1990s | 6 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Cathal mean?
Cathal joins the Irish words for “battle” and “rule,” “strong in battle.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cathal mean?
Cathal means Strong in battle. Cathal joins the Irish words for “battle” and “rule,” “strong in battle.”
What is the origin of the name Cathal?
Cathal is of Irish origin.
How do you pronounce Cathal?
Cathal is pronounced “KAH-hal.”
Is Cathal a boy or a girl name?
Cathal is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Cathal a popular name right now?
Cathal is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2000 peak.
When was the name Cathal most popular?
Cathal was most popular in 2000, when about 10 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Cathal?
Names similar to Cathal include Odhran, Diarmuid, Darragh, Lorcan, Seosamh.
What names go well with Cathal?
Irish names that pair well with Cathal include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Riley, Nora.