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Sean vs Baylor

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
Baylor Rank #366

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Baylor more popular?

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Baylor mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Sean and Baylor boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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