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Sean vs Pierce

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
Pierce Rank #541

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 vs #541 for Pierce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Pierce more popular?

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 compared to Pierce at #541 in the United States.

What do Sean and Pierce mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Sean and Pierce boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Pierce is primarily a boy name.

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