Maura vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maura

Girl #1,804 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, dark-complexioned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish Italian English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,804
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Moe

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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
Nicknames
Sully, Van

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maura Rank #1,804
Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #1804 for Maura.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maura ___

  • Maura Ann
  • Maura Elizabeth
  • Maura Jane
  • Maura Claire
  • Maura Rose
  • Maura Kate

Sullivan ___

  • Sullivan James
  • Sullivan Patrick
  • Sullivan Thomas
  • Sullivan Reid
  • Sullivan Finn
  • Sullivan Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maura

Patrick Declan Brigid Cormac Sienna

If you choose Sullivan

Finnegan Declan Bridget Nora Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maura or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Maura at #1804 in the United States.

What do Maura and Sullivan mean?

Maura means "dark, dark-complexioned" (Latin origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Maura and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Maura is primarily a girl name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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