Sauli

Gender: Boy
Origin: Finnish
Meaning: Demanded, prayed for
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names

Sauli Meaning and Origin

Sauli is a boy's name of Finnish origin, meaning "demanded, prayed for." A Finnish name that is derived from the name Saul, which has Hebrew origins. The name Saul means "asked for, prayed for" in Hebrew. In Finnish, the name Sauli is typically used for males. Sauli has been a popular name in Finland since the early 20th century and is still commonly used today. It is also occasionally used in other countries, particularly those with ties to Finland. Notable people with the name Sauli include Sauli Niinistö, who is the current President of Finland, and Sauli Vainamoisa, a Finnish football player.

Names similar to Sauli:

  • Eeli
  • Aaro
  • Kalle
  • Lenni
  • Onni
  • Valtteri
  • Topi
  • Niko
  • Matias
  • Ilari

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