Sullivan
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Origin and meaning
Name: Sullivan (sul-li-van)
Gender: Unisex
Popularity in 2024: Female #867, Male #356
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Dark-eyed
Origin: Gaelic
Meaning: One-eyed; Hawk-eyed; Dark-eyed
Origin and Meaning: Sullivan is an Irish surname that means "hawk-eyed" or "little dark-eyed one". It is derived from the Gaelic surname O'Sullivan, which means "descendant of Súilleabhán", where Súilleabhán means "little dark-eyed one".
Etymology: The name Sullivan comes from the Gaelic "O'Sullivan", which means "descendant of Súilleabhán". Súilleabhán is derived from "súil" meaning "eye" and "dubh" meaning "dark".
Derived: Sullivan is derived from the Irish surname O'Sullivan. History of the name: The Sullivan family is an ancient and prominent Irish clan with roots in County Kerry. The clan has a long and storied history, dating back to the 10th century. The name Sullivan was first recorded in Ireland in the 12th century, and it has since spread throughout the English-speaking world.
Style of the Name: Sullivan is a strong, traditional Irish name that has become popular in recent years. It is often associated with intelligence, strength, and independence.
Symbolism of the Name: The name Sullivan is often associated with the image of a hawk or other bird of prey, symbolizing strength, power, and a keen eye for detail. It is also associated with the colors black and green, which are traditionally associated with Ireland and the Irish people.
Pronunciation
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IPA: /sˈʌlɪvən/
Syllables: sul-li-van
Sullivan's luck prospects
| Destiny | Good | ★★★★ |
| Friendship | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Love | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Family | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Money | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Health | Poor | ★★ |
Personality traits of name Sullivan
- Kindhearted
- Logical
- Uninhibited
- Trouble-free
- Resourceful
- Bossy
- Judgmental
Astrology of name Sullivan
Zodiac sign: Gemini
Element: Air
Ruling planet: Mercury
Lucky metal: Brass
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| Lucky colors: | Blue Cerulean |
Totem pet: Cockatiel
Totem animal: Otter
Totem plant: Sweet Pea
Totem tree: Redwood
Lucky weekday: Tuesday
Favorable month: June
Lucky numbers: 5, 7, 87
Lucky days of the month: 12, 20, 27
Unlucky number: 38
Hobbies: taekwondo, macrame, listening to music
Careers: Advisory Services, Biomedical Sciences, Entertainment
Health issues: Bone related problems like arthritis
Letters count: 8
Numerology of name Sullivan
Name popularity
Female
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 866 | 29 |
| 2005 | 931 | 22 |
| 2006 | 948 | 29 |
| 2007 | 946 | 37 |
| 2008 | 957 | 22 |
| 2009 | 926 | 38 |
| 2010 | 915 | 28 |
| 2011 | 902 | 29 |
| 2012 | 891 | 48 |
| 2013 | 878 | 53 |
| 2014 | 925 | 49 |
| 2015 | 884 | 70 |
| 2016 | 886 | 80 |
| 2017 | 859 | 91 |
| 2018 | 874 | 83 |
| 2019 | 877 | 74 |
| 2020 | 872 | 76 |
| 2021 | 867 | 81 |
Male
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 757 | 26 |
| 1991 | 733 | 31 |
| 1992 | 749 | 34 |
| 1993 | 719 | 52 |
| 1994 | 745 | 32 |
| 1995 | 743 | 58 |
| 1996 | 710 | 67 |
| 1997 | 723 | 69 |
| 1998 | 714 | 86 |
| 1999 | 732 | 81 |
| 2000 | 729 | 85 |
| 2001 | 702 | 124 |
| 2002 | 660 | 159 |
| 2003 | 660 | 171 |
| 2004 | 673 | 177 |
| 2005 | 690 | 190 |
| 2006 | 684 | 203 |
| 2007 | 604 | 314 |
| 2008 | 596 | 332 |
| 2009 | 552 | 380 |
| 2010 | 547 | 371 |
| 2011 | 470 | 488 |
| 2012 | 444 | 548 |
| 2013 | 453 | 540 |
| 2014 | 437 | 633 |
| 2015 | 425 | 667 |
| 2016 | 382 | 783 |
| 2017 | 377 | 796 |
| 2018 | 367 | 822 |
| 2019 | 381 | 778 |
| 2020 | 382 | 768 |
| 2021 | 356 | 865 |
Name Sullivan in sign language
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