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Taran vs Sully

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

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Popularity Comparison

Taran Rank #3,615
Sully Rank #3,579

Sully is more popular, ranked #3579 vs #3615 for Taran.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taran or Sully more popular?

Sully is more popular, ranked #3579 compared to Taran at #3615 in the United States.

What do Taran and Sully mean?

Taran means "thunder" (Proto-Celtic origin). Sully means "descendant of the dark-eyed one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Taran and Sully boy or girl names?

Taran is primarily a boy name. Sully is primarily a boy name.

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