Sean vs Zan

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
Zan Rank #7,669

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 vs #7669 for Zan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Sean ___

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

Zan ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Sean

Liam Declan Niamh Aoife Brendan

If you choose Zan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Zan more popular?

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 compared to Zan at #7669 in the United States.

What do Sean and Zan mean?

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

Are Sean and Zan boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Zan is primarily a boy name.

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