Sully vs Emmerson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sully

Boy #3,579 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the dark-eyed one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,579
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Sully Rank #3,579
Emmerson Rank #3,695

Sully is more popular, ranked #3579 vs #3695 for Emmerson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sully or Emmerson more popular?

Sully is more popular, ranked #3579 compared to Emmerson at #3695 in the United States.

What do Sully and Emmerson mean?

Sully means "descendant of the dark-eyed one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Emmerson means "son of Emery, ruler of work" (Germanic origin).

Are Sully and Emmerson boy or girl names?

Sully is primarily a boy name. Emmerson is primarily a boy name.

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