Sinead

Girl's name

Sinead is an Irish name derived from the name Jeanette, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Jean, ultimately of Hebrew origin.

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Celtic
U.S. births in 2023 13
Peak year 1990

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Sinead O'Connor - Irish singer known for "Nothing Compares 2 U."
  • Sinead Kerr - British ice dancer, competed in Olympics.
  • Sinead Burke - Irish writer and disability rights activist.
  • Sinead Keenan - Irish actress, known for TV roles.
  • Sinead Moynihan - British actress, appeared in soap operas.
  • Sinead Matthews - English actress, known for film and TV.
  • Sinead Cusack - Irish actress, known for stage and screen.
  • Sinead Desmond - Irish TV presenter and journalist.
  • Sinead Gleeson - Irish writer and editor.
  • Sinead Tinker - Fictional character on British soap opera "Coronation Street."

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