Olivia 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
Nicknames
Sully, Van

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Sullivan Rank #340

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

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 Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Sullivan

Finnegan Declan Bridget Nora Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Sullivan more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Sullivan mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Olivia and Sullivan boy or girl names?

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

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