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Dorian vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dorian

Boy #539 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#539
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dorian Rank #539
Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorian or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Dorian and Sullivan mean?

Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Dorian and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Dorian is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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