Sullivan
boy name#314 in 2025Sullivan entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #314 in 2025, ranks #314 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1884–2025
#314
rank today
#314
peak (2025)
1,083
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #777 |
| 1890s | #805 |
| 1900s | #836 |
| 1910s | #1812 |
| 1920s | #2275 |
| 1930s | #2334 |
| 1940s | #2173 |
| 1950s | #2295 |
| 1960s | #3067 |
| 1970s | #3831 |
| 1980s | #4492 |
| 1990s | #1858 |
| 2000s | #941 |
| 2010s | #468 |
| 2020s | #358 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sullivan has been most popular in OH, MN, MI.
Living bearers
About 15,000 people named Sullivan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sullivan is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sullivan in 2025?
- Sullivan ranks #314 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,083 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sullivan most popular?
- Sullivan peaked in 2025, reaching #314 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sullivan with classmates?
- Sullivan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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