Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sean

Proper Noun
/ʃɔːn/ or /ʃæn/
Definition
A male given name of Irish origin.
Examples
  • Sean is known for his kindness and generosity.
  • My friend Sean is a talented musician.
  • In the movie, the hero’s name was Sean.
Meaning
Sean is a traditional Irish name that means ‘gracious’ or ‘gift from God’. It is the Irish form of the name John and is used in various cultures around the world.
Synonyms
  • John
  • Shawn
  • Juan