Sean Name Meaning & Origin
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Sean is an anglicized form of the Irish name Seán, which is derived from the Norman French 'Jean' and ultimately from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', meaning 'God is gracious'. It is commonly used as a male given name in Ireland and English-speaking countries.
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Irish (Celtic) 70% -
American (Anglo-American) 20% -
British (Anglo-Saxon) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Sean
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Sean in the US (SSA Data):
Sean Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.