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Sutton vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sullivan

Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#340
Total SSA Count
1,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sutton Rank #442
Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sutton or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Sutton and Sullivan mean?

Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Sutton and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Sutton is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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