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Sean vs Grady

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
Grady Rank #371

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Grady more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Grady mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Sean and Grady boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Grady is primarily a boy name.

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