Sean vs Cayden

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

Popularity Comparison

Sean Rank #437
Cayden Rank #350

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Cayden more popular?

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Cayden mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Sean and Cayden boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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