Stetson 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

Stetson Rank #155
Sullivan Rank #340

Stetson is more popular, ranked #155 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Stetson ___

  • Stetson James
  • Stetson Cole
  • Stetson Wade
  • Stetson Ray
  • Stetson Lee
  • Stetson Blake

Sullivan ___

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stetson or Sullivan more popular?

Stetson is more popular, ranked #155 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Stetson and Sullivan mean?

Stetson means "son of Stephen, crown bearer" (Old English origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Stetson and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Stetson is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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