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Cade vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sullivan

Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#340
Total SSA Count
1,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Sullivan Rank #340

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Sullivan more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Cade and Sullivan mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cade and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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