 As with the adoption of Norse names, sagas and other features, and the creation of the Norse-Gael culture, Cerball's adoption in Iceland is an example of the contacts between Norse and Gaelic society in the Viking Age.Cerball's repose is noted in the for the year 887, which is noteworthy as he is the only Irish king mentioned therein who wasn't an Uí Néill high king.This indicates his contemporary importance.