Sullivan vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sullivan

Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Sullivan Rank #340

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Is Sullivan or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Sullivan and Brandon mean?

Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Sullivan and Brandon boy or girl names?

Sullivan is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.