Melba vs Sean

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

Melba Rank #14,037
Sean Rank #437

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 vs #14037 for Melba.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Melba ___

No pairings available yet.

Sean ___

  • Sean Patrick
  • Sean Michael
  • Sean James
  • Sean Thomas
  • Sean Ryan
  • Sean Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Melba

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If you choose Sean

Liam Declan Niamh Aoife Brendan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melba or Sean more popular?

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 compared to Melba at #14037 in the United States.

What do Melba and Sean mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Melba and Sean boy or girl names?

Melba is primarily a boy name. Sean is primarily a boy name.

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