Saulius
Meaning of Saulius
Originating from Lithuania, the name Saulius is a strong and distinguished choice for a baby boy. In Lithuanian, it is pronounced sow-LEE-oos (/saʊˈliːus/). The name is derived from the Hebrew name Saul, meaning "asked for" or "prayed for." Saulius carries with it a sense of history and tradition, as well as a touch of uniqueness. It has gained some popularity in the United States over the years, with occurrences recorded since at least 1953. While not among the most common names, Saulius offers parents an opportunity to bestow their child with a distinctive and meaningful moniker.
Pronunciation
Lithuanian
- Pronunced as sow-LEE-oos (/saʊˈliːus/)
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Notable People Named Saulius
| Saulius Skvernelis is a Lithuanian politician who served as prime minister of Lithuania from 2016 to 2020 and was the first head of government in European history primarily backed by a green party. |
| Saulius Sondeckis was a prominent Lithuanian violinist, conductor, and founder of the Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra. |
| Saulius Kleiza is a retired Lithuanian shot putter and discus thrower who represented his country at two consecutive Summer Olympics and achieved a personal best of 20.91 meters in the shot put event. |
