Cullen
Cullen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌlən/
Meaning and origin of Cullen
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Scottish Gaelic cuilinn.
How popular is Cullen?
Since 1880, 112 girls and 16,591 boys in the U.S. have been named Cullen (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9043 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #413 in 2010. In 2025, 200 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Cullen FAQ
What does the name Cullen mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Scottish Gaelic cuilinn.
What is the origin of the name Cullen?
Cullen is listed as a name of Scottish origin.
How popular is the name Cullen?
Since 1880, 112 girls and 16,591 boys in the U.S. have been named Cullen (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9043 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #413 in 2010. In 2025, 200 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cullen a boy or girl name?
Cullen is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 112 girls and 16,591 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.