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Atticus vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Atticus

Boy #277 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Attica, man of Athens"

Origin: Latin from Greek

Cultural Roots

English American classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#277
Total SSA Count
1,223
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Atticus Rank #277
Sullivan Rank #340

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atticus or Sullivan more popular?

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Atticus and Sullivan mean?

Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Atticus and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Atticus is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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