Sean
God is gracious
GenderBoyOriginIrishSay itSHAWNPopularityClassic
Pronounced SHAWN
About the name Sean
The Irish version of John, this is perhaps the most quintessentially popular Irish name globally. It is simple, timeless, and carries a humble, rugged strength.
Charming and confident, with an easy warmth that wins people over.
Fun fact
Sean is the Irish form of John, and its spelling reflects Gaelic pronunciation rules rather than English ones.
Variations
ShawnShaun
Famous people named Sean
- Sean Connery (actor)
- Sean Penn (actor)