Sean

What does the baby name Sean mean? Learn about what Sean means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Sean - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Sean
S-E-A-N, is a 4-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Sean
shawn
Meaning of Sean
God is gracious, god is merciful, from the name james, john, god gracious gift.
Origin of Sean
The name 'Sean' has its origins in Ireland. It is derived from the Irish name 'Seán', which is the Irish form of the name 'John'. 'Seán' is a Gaelic name that was commonly used in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.
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Popularity of Sean
The name 'Sean' has been a popular choice for boys in Ireland and other English-speaking countries. It gained significant popularity in the mid-20th century and remained consistently popular throughout the decades.
Sean currently has 666 likes, and is in the top 1% of liked boy's names. The name Owen is slightly more popular than Sean.

Etymology of Sean

The name 'Sean' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', which means 'God is gracious'. 'Yochanan' was translated into Latin as 'Ioannes', and it eventually evolved into the English name 'John'. 'Sean' is the Irish form of 'John'.

Cultural Significance of Sean

In Irish culture, the name 'Sean' holds cultural significance as it is deeply rooted in Irish history and tradition. It is often associated with Irish heritage and is considered a symbol of Irish identity.