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Sullivan vs Ares

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ares

Boy #295 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bane, destruction (war god)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#295
Total SSA Count
1,136
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sullivan Rank #340
Ares Rank #295

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sullivan or Ares more popular?

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Sullivan and Ares mean?

Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ares means "bane, destruction (war god)" (Greek origin).

Are Sullivan and Ares boy or girl names?

Sullivan is primarily a boy name. Ares is primarily a boy name.

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