What is another word for Sean?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈɔːn] (IPA)

Sean is a name of Irish origin that means "God is gracious." While there are no direct synonyms for Sean, there are variations of the name that have the same meaning or similar sounds. Some of these variations include John, Shawn, Shane, and Shaun. John is a popular name that has been used for centuries, while Shawn is a more modern spelling of Sean. Shane is a common Irish name that is similar in sound to Sean and means "gift from God." Shaun is yet another popular variation of the name and has the same meaning as Sean. Whatever the spelling, these names are strong and timeless classics that have stood the test of time.

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What are the hypernyms for Sean?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sean

You remember that children's story you wrote last Christmas about an Irish imp named Sean O'Claus?
"The Circuit Riders"
R. C. FitzPatrick
Now one of the sons was slow, not so keen nor so sharp as another; but the eldest, who was called Sean Ruadh, was the best, the hero of them all.
"Myths and Folk Tales of Ireland"
Jeremiah Curtin
Sean Ruadh mounted the steed and hurried away.
"Myths and Folk Tales of Ireland"
Jeremiah Curtin

Famous quotes with Sean

  • There is one confrontation scene toward the end of the picture. In the middle of the scene, I thought, That's Sean Connery! I don't know how else to describe Sean Connery. I still feel that way.
    F. Murray Abraham
  • I'm still Sean that me mates went to school with, not Sean the film star. And that's the way I prefer to be.
    Sean Bean
  • I really liked working with Sean Paul; he is a very attractive guy, very hot. He was fun; the chemistry was really great, it was great to be in the moment.
    Blu Cantrell
  • My Mom and Dad did it pretty good, so I know it can work. The foremost thing I would say about working with Robin and Sean is that they were devoted to this project and devoted to their characters. You can't ask for any more from talented actors like that.
    Nick Cassavetes
  • A handful of older, romantic leading men, like Sean Connery, Jack Nicholson, and Robert Redford are still landing parts.
    Charles Dance

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