Seanan

shuh-NAHN

Modern form of Senán or elaboration of Sean, Irish

"little old one; God is gracious"

Seanan Origin and Meaning

The name Seanan is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "little old one; God is gracious".

Seanan might be considered an Anglicized form of Seanán, itself a modern form of Senán, an Old Irish name meaning "little old one", giving it a wise and ancient feel. The name of a 6th century saint and monk, Seanan might also be considered an elaboration or a diminutive of Sean, the Irish variation of John. By combining it with the -an suffix (meaning "descendent of" or more literally "little") it could be a way to freshen up the now well-travelled Irish name.

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