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Andy vs Sean

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sean

Boy #437 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#437
Total SSA Count
726
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Andy Rank #489
Sean Rank #437

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 vs #489 for Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andy or Sean more popular?

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 compared to Andy at #489 in the United States.

What do Andy and Sean mean?

Andy means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Andy and Sean boy or girl names?

Andy is primarily a boy name. Sean is primarily a boy name.

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