Sullivan Name Meaning & Origin
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The name 'Sullivan' is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Súileabháin', meaning 'descendant of Súileabhán'. It is traditionally a surname but is also used as a given name, especially in English-speaking countries.
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Irish (Celtic) 70%
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American (Anglo-American) 20%
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British (Anglo-Saxon) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Sullivan
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Sullivan in the US (SSA Data):
Sullivan Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 11
People with this name tend to be: Intuitive, spiritual and illuminating (Master Number).