What Does the Name Sullivan Mean
The name Sullivan comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Sullivan below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Sullivan Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an Irish surname which was derived from Ó Súilleabháin meaning "descendant of Súilleabhán". The name Súilleabhán means "little dark eye" in Irish.
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