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Seanan

OriginModern form of Senán or elaboration of Sean, Irish
Meaning"little old one; God is gracious"
US RankUnranked

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About Seanan

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.

Pronounced SHAN-un.

As of October 2026, Seanan ranked #6189 in US births in 2003 SSA.

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