The baby name Gulliver is a boy name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "GUL-uh-ver".
Gulliver is English and Old French in Origin.
Gulliver is a name of English origin that means "glutton" or "greedy". It is derived from the Old French word "goulafre", which means "glutton". The name is most famously associated with the character Lemuel Gulliver from Jonathan Swift's novel "Gulliver's Travels". The novel was first published in 1726 and has since become a classic of English literature. In the novel, Gulliver travels to various imaginary lands and encounters strange creatures, which has made the name Gulliver synonymous with adventure and exploration.
The name Gulliver is considered to be a masculine name. It is pronounced as "GUL-uh-ver" or "GUL-ih-ver". The name is composed of two elements: "goulafre" meaning "glutton" and the suffix "-er" which is used to indicate a person who performs a certain action or has a certain quality. The name has been used sparingly in the United States, with less than 100 babies being given the name each year.
In terms of popularity, the name Gulliver has never been a common name. However, it has gained some popularity in recent years due to its association with the character from "Gulliver's Travels". The name has a unique and adventurous feel to it, making it a great choice for parents who are looking for a name that is both distinctive and meaningful.
Gulliver has the following similar or variant Names
- Gull |
- Gullivere |
- Gullivero |
- Gullivert |
- Gullivyr
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