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At a Glance: Name: Senan – Meaning: little old one, wise one – Origin: Irish – Gender: primarily used for boys
Senan is an Irish name meaning "little old one, wise one." In U.S. Social Security data going back to 2001, it has stayed rare, with just 7 baby boys given the name in 2024. That puts it among the less common names on record.
Meaning & Origin of Senan
Meaning: Little old one, wise one.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
Popularity of Senan
Senan's popularity peaked in 2018, when it ranked #7053 with 12 babies given the name; by 2024 it had slipped to #10703, with only 7 babies given the name.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2001–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Senan mean?
Little old one, wise one. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Senan)
Is Senan a popular name right now?
Senan peaked at #7053 in 2018 and is ranked #10703 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2001–2024.)
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