What does the name Cullen mean?

The name Cullen means "Irish surname".

What is the origin of the name Cullen?

Cullen is a name of Gaelic origin.

In 2023, 187 babies were named Cullen in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Cullen is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 187 ↘

All-Time Total: 16,312

Peak Year: 2010

Cullen is of Gaelic origin, derived from the Irish surname Ó Cuilinn, meaning "holly."

Boy names closely related to Cullen

Brennan Karter John Collin Landyn Brycen Dalton Kaysen

Girl names closely related to Cullen

Nola Meredith Caroline Kayleigh Ryleigh Mallory Aubrie Aubree

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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