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Sean vs Atticus

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

Sean Rank #437
Atticus Rank #277

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Atticus more popular?

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Atticus mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Sean and Atticus boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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