Back to Baby Names

Kade 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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Kade Rank #346
Sean Rank #437

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kade or Sean more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Kade and Sean mean?

Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin). Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Kade and Sean boy or girl names?

Kade is primarily a boy name. Sean is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons