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Sean vs Augustine

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
Augustine Rank #553

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 vs #553 for Augustine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Augustine more popular?

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 compared to Augustine at #553 in the United States.

What do Sean and Augustine mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Augustine means "great, venerable, majestic" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Sean and Augustine boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Augustine is primarily a boy name.

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