Sullivan vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sullivan

Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American English

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Sullivan Rank #340

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Is Sullivan or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Sullivan and Avery mean?

Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Sullivan and Avery boy or girl names?

Sullivan is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.