boy name
Sean
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#489 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Sean in the US, 1880–2025
Sean first appears in US records in 1925. It peaked in 1990, when 12,018 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 616.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sean a boy or a girl name?
Sean is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Sean?
In 2025, Sean ranked #489 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sean most popular?
Sean was most popular in 1990, when about 12,018 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.