Sullivan vs Temperance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Sullivan Rank #340
Temperance Rank #2,113

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #2113 for Temperance.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Sullivan ___

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

Temperance ___

  • Temperance Rose
  • Temperance Jane
  • Temperance Elizabeth
  • Temperance Grace
  • Temperance Anne
  • Temperance Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Sullivan

Finnegan Declan Bridget Nora Callum

If you choose Temperance

Prudence Constance Jasper Atticus Imogen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sullivan or Temperance more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Temperance at #2113 in the United States.

What do Sullivan and Temperance mean?

Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Temperance means "balance, temperament" (Latin origin).

Are Sullivan and Temperance boy or girl names?

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

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