Cathal

Cathal is an Irish male first name meaning mighty in battle. The name is derived from the Goidelic elements cath ( battle) and val ( prevail). The English form of the name is Charles.

Well-known bearers of the name

• Cathal Brugha (1874-1922), Irish revolutionary and politician
• Cathal Ó Seamas hEochaidh (1925-2006), Irish politician
• Cathal Ó Searcaigh ( born 1956 ), Irish writer