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Seán

Name Origin

Seán is an Irish Gaelic given name, a variant spelling of John. It means 'God is gracious'.

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Famous People

Seán Ó Riada (1931-1971)

Composer, musician, arranger

  • Pioneered the revival of traditional Irish music
  • Founded the group Ceoltóirí Chualann

Seán Lemass (1897-1976)

Politician

  • Served as Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland from 1959 to 1966
  • Oversaw a period of significant economic growth in Ireland

Seán McCague (1940-)

Sports administrator

  • Served as President of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA)

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Niamh

Both names are of Irish origin and have a classic feel, creating a harmonious sibling pairing.

Aoife

This strong and elegant Irish name offers a beautiful contrast to Seán while maintaining a shared cultural heritage.