Sean vs Marshall

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
Marshall Rank #392

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Marshall more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Marshall mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).

Are Sean and Marshall boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.

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