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Benson 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

Benson Rank #436
Sean Rank #437

Benson is more popular, ranked #436 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benson or Sean more popular?

Benson is more popular, ranked #436 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Benson and Sean mean?

Benson means "son of Benedict/Benjamin" (English origin). Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Benson and Sean boy or girl names?

Benson is primarily a boy name. Sean is primarily a boy name.

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