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Sullivan

A name of Irish origin, the meaning of Sullivan is 'black-eyed one'. Iit is a preferred choice for a surname and as a last name, it was traditionally found in County Tipperary before the invasion of the Anglo-Normans. According to Irish mythology, the O’Sullivan Clan were among the first group of Celts to arrive in Ireland. This Celtic name gained humongous popularity in the classic '30s movie 'Sullivan's Travels'. Anne Sullivan and Ed Sullivan are two memorable Sullivans who are worthy of mention.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

black-eyed one

Origin

Irish surname

Numerology

S is for sensitive, another side shows.

U is for useful, always to others.

L is for love, your love of life!

L is for love, everlasting.

I is for ignite, the fire in you!

V is for valentine, a sweetheart you are!

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

Lucky

Sullivan lucky number is 2.

Within numerology, the 2 vibration assumes the role of the mediator, creating harmony by bringing together dissonant forces through compassion, empathy, and kindness. 2 is linked to psychic abilities and intuition, and if this number appears as a Life Path or Destiny Number, the individual will be astute to subtle energy shifts and emotional nuances. Because 2 is so sensitive, it is very conflict-averse, and can end up feeling under-appreciated or unacknowledged. 2 must avoid seeking external validation and, instead, realize that perfect equilibrium needed already exists within.

Famous People Named Sullivan

  • Sullivan Stapleton Australian actor
  • Sullivan Skye Sweeten American actor; twin brother of the late Sawyer Storm Sweeten
  • Sullivan Waits son of singer Tom Waits
  • Sullivan Marsters son of actor James Marsters
  • Sullivan Patrick Dempsey (b. 2007) son of actor Patrick Dempsey
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Sullivan in Pop Culture

  • James "Sully" Sullivan character in Pixar's "Monsters, Inc."
  • Vic Sullivan from the movie "Knucklehead"
  • Walter Sullivan character from the video game series "Silent Hill"
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