Sully Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSUH-lee / /ˈsʌli/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'sow'; English: diminutive of Sullivan
Historical & Cultural Background
Sully is often considered a diminutive of the Irish surname Sullivan, which means 'dark-eyed' or 'hawk-eyed'. The name has roots in both Irish and English cultures. In recent years, Sully has gained popularity as a given name for girls, reflecting a trend towards using traditionally male names for females. It is also associated with a friendly and approachable persona.
Trend Summary
Sully has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a girl's name in the United States.
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Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sully was first seen in the United States in 1980. Sully has ranked as high as #1082 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Sully has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sully (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |