How Many People Are Named Sinead?

Complete statistics for the name Sinead: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sinead
Very Rare
Irish

Sinead is an Irish name that means 'God's gift', making it both rare and meaningful with only 1,306 people bearing it today, or 1 in 252,664 Americans. That's pretty unique! The majority, 43%, are under 30, showing it's definitely a modern choice.

~1,306
Living in US
1 in 252,664
Americans
1990
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
God's gift
🌐
Origin
Irish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Caring Compassionate
7
Life Path Number

People with the name Sinead typically have a life path number of 7, which often symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

25,558
Worldwide Bearers
#31,463
Global Rank
🇮🇪 Ireland
12,930
🇬🇧 England
5,553
🇬🇧 Northern Ireland
3,229
🇺🇸 United States
1,064
🇬🇧 Scotland
481
🇦🇺 Australia
429
🇬🇧 Wales
231
🇳🇿 New Zealand
210
🇨🇦 Canada
207
🇵🇱 Poland
188

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,306 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 29
578
Would be under 30 (43%)
751
Would be 30–60 (57%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 1,329 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1990

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
89
Classic Feel
34
Modern Appeal
76
International
98

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sinead Through the Generations

Sinead peaked in popularity in 1990 with 160 births, but since then, its usage has been declining, becoming less common among newborns. Today, there are 1,306 people named Sinead in the United States, with most falling within the 30-60 age range. This distribution suggests that while the name isn't as trendy as it once was, it still holds a special place for those who chose it for their children back in the day.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 217
California 119
Massachusetts 102
Illinois 40
Texas 20
New Jersey 17
Pennsylvania 17
Florida 13
Arizona 5
Michigan 5

✨ Similar Names to Sinead

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sinead's Irish roots

📄 About the Name Sinead

How Many People Have the Name Sinead?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,306 people in the United States currently share the name Sinead. That works out to roughly 1 in every 252,664 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sinead a Common or Rare Name?

Sinead is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sinead Mean?

Sinead means "God's gift" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sinead in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Sinead Most Popular?

The name Sinead reached peak popularity in 1990, with 160 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sinead?

Approximately 1,306 people named Sinead live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,329. That works out to roughly 1 in 252,664 Americans.

Is Sinead a rare name?

Sinead is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 252,664 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sinead mean?

Sinead means "God's gift" and comes from Irish origins.

Is Sinead more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sinead are male and 100% are female.

When was Sinead most popular?

Sinead peaked in 1990 with 160 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,306
All-Time Births1,329
1 in X1 in 252,664
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age29
Peak Year1990
World Rank#31,463
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.