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Sullivan

Sullivan is a boy name of French origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginFrench
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#351

How popular is Sullivan?

Popularity in the United States

Sullivan has been given to 11,839 babies in the United States since 1884, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 1,967 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Sullivan per year in the United States, 1884–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Sullivan has been given to 6,474 babies in France since 1971, peaking in the 1990s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Sullivan per year in France, 1971–2022. Source: INSEE
11,839 Babies named since 1884
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Sullivan

Is Sullivan a boy's or a girl's name?

Sullivan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Sullivan?

Sullivan has been given to 11,839 babies in the United States since 1884, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.