Sullivan

proper noun

Meaning

A common Irish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Súileabháin', meaning 'descendant of Súileabhán', a name likely composed of elements meaning 'one-eyed' or 'hawk-eyed'.

Examples

The Sullivan family gathered from across the country for their annual reunion.
Professor Sullivan published a new study on ancient Irish linguistics last month.

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Sullivan

proper noun

Pronunciation: ˈsʌlɪvən

Definition

A common Irish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Súileabháin', meaning 'descendant of Súileabhán', a name likely composed of elements meaning 'one-eyed' or 'hawk-eyed'.

Examples

The Sullivan family gathered from across the country for their annual reunion.
Professor Sullivan published a new study on ancient Irish linguistics last month.

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