Sullivan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Dark-eyed one, a name with Irish poetry and deep, soulful presence.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #127
- Peak
- #280 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Sullivan Means
Sullivan is a boy name of Irish origin. Dark-eyed one, a name with Irish poetry and deep, soulful presence.
How Popular Sullivan Is
Sullivan currently ranks #127 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #280 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Sullivan
- Monsters, Inc. features the lovable James P. Sullivan (Sully).
- Ed Sullivan hosted one of the most famous TV variety shows.
- The nickname Sully is irresistibly friendly.
Style
Names Like Sullivan
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Sullivan
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Sullivan.
Questions About Sullivan
What does Sullivan mean?
Sullivan is a boy name of Irish origin. Dark-eyed one, a name with Irish poetry and deep, soulful presence.
How popular is Sullivan?
Sullivan currently ranks #127 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #280 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Sullivan come from?
Sullivan comes from Irish roots. Monsters, Inc. features the lovable James P. Sullivan (Sully).
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