Cullen
Meaning
“Irish surname, traditionally from Gaelic 'cuileann' meaning holly”
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Cullen peaked in the 2000s and the 2020s in nearly equal measure.
When you meet Cullen
Most people given the name Cullen in the United States are teenagers or young adults today.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Cullen deep dive
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