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At a Glance: Name: Cathal – Meaning: battle rule / mighty in battle – Origin: Irish – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: KAH-hul
Cathal is an Irish boy's name, pronounced KAH-hul, that carries the meaning "battle rule" or "mighty in battle." It's a strong pick for parents drawn to names with an adventurous, unmistakably rooted feel rather than something soft or trendy. If you're after a name that sounds bold every time you say it, Cathal delivers that in just two syllables.
Meaning & Origin of Cathal
Meaning: Battle rule / mighty in battle.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Cathal
Phonetic: KAH-hul IPA: /ˈkɑːhəl/
Popularity of Cathal
Cathal does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
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FAQ
What does the name Cathal mean?
Battle rule / mighty in battle. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Cathal)
How do you pronounce Cathal?
Cathal is pronounced KAH-hul (IPA: /ˈkɑːhəl/).
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