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Sullivan

SUL-i-vən

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginIrish

The Story of Sullivan

From ancient Ireland, a name meaning 'dark-eyed' carries a legacy of loyalty and bravery, a whispered promise for your son.

Sullivan traces its lineage to the proud Gaelic name Súileabhán, found predominantly in Munster, Ireland. The name's meaning, 'dark-eyed,' evokes a striking visual, hinting at a person of intense gaze and character. This ancient Irish surname, carried by chieftains and scholars for centuries, eventually journeyed across the seas, becoming a recognized first name in the late 19th century.

When you say 'Sullivan' aloud, it resonates with a deep, grounded tone, like the murmur of ancient rivers. You feel the history of a name that implies a watchful, loyal spirit. Imagine calling your son by this name across a park, the syllables carrying a sense of quiet confidence and intelligence, a reflection of the character you already sense in him.

What It Means

Irish name meaning 'dark-eyed'. From the Gaelic name Súileabhán.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Sullivan Stapleton

    Australian actor.

  • Anne Sullivan

    Teacher of Helen Keller.

Personality Traits

LoyalBraveFriendlyIntelligent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#1,113 in 2024

Total Births

15,914

First Recorded

1884

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