Sean
Boy / Girl name · 10,884 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Sean: 10,884 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 634 births in 1992.
The Irish form of John, Sean comes from the Gaelic Séan, ultimately derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." Perhaps the most famous bearer is Sir Sean Connery, the iconic Scottish actor who brought James Bond to life and remains a national treasure. Another notable figure is actor Sean Penn, known for his intense performances and humanitarian work. While no major places are named directly after a Sean, the name shares its root with countless towns and places called John or its variants worldwide. Sean is one of several anglicised spellings, along with Shaun and Shawn, and has been a consistently popular choice in Scotland since the 1970s, loved for its classic yet distinctly Celtic feel.
Boy 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1992634 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #22618 babies
- Total births
- 10,881since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 50%vs prior 5y
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19923 babies
- Latest (1992)
- #6413 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y