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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Sully

Little Sullen One

Pronunciation: SOO-lee (sʊˈli)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 55
Meaning
Little Sullen One
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
4
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
8
Popularity Score
55
Language
English
Lucky Colors: #4E5A8D#F2F2F2

What does Sully mean?

The name Sullivan is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Suiléan, meaning 'little' and 'handsome, handsome Sullivan'. The name Sullivan has the nickname Sully.

Sully in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
Sully
שם נוצרי שפירושו Little Sullen One
Greek
Sully
Χριστιανικό όνομα που σημαίνει Little Sullen One
Latin
Sully
Nomen Christianum quod significat Little Sullen One
English
Sully
Little Sullen One

How to pronounce Sully

English pronunciation
SOO-lee
IPA notation
sʊˈli

Numerology & personality

Sully is a name that carries the energy of inner-wisdom, intuition and the power of manifestation.

Associated Traits
LoyalC = Courageous

Spiritual & cultural context

Sully is a name that evokes a sense of strength, protection, and resilience. It is a name for those who want to embody the qualities of a strong and steadfast companion, someone who can weather any storm and come out the other side unscathed.

The name Sullivan has strong Irish and Catholic roots. In Ireland, it was a common name among the nobility and landed gentry. The name found its way to the New World with Irish immigrants, particularly to the United States, where the name became popular. In popular culture, "Sully" became a nickname for actorSully Sullivan, the character played by Tom Hanks in the documentary "Sully" about the remarkable planes evacuation landing on the Hudson River in New York City.

Popularity of Sully by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 40 2024
Brazil BR 71 2024
United States US 73 2024
Germany DE 59 2024

Names similar to Sully

Frequently asked questions about Sully

What is the meaning of Sully?
The name Sully is of Irish Gaelic origin and translates to 'Little Sullen One'.
Is Sully a Christianity name?
Yes, the name Sully is often associated with St. Sulpice in Christianity.
How to pronounce Sully?
Sull-ee
Is Sully popular today?
No, the name Sully is not commonly used today.
What is the origin of Sully?
The name Sully is of Irish Gaelic origin and translates to 'Little Sullen One'.