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Sean vs Kayson

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
Kayson Rank #291

Kayson is more popular, ranked #291 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Kayson more popular?

Kayson is more popular, ranked #291 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Kayson mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Kayson means "rejoice, healer" (American/Persian origin).

Are Sean and Kayson boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Kayson is primarily a boy name.

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