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Seona

SHOH-nuh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a feminine form of Seon, a Scottish Gaelic name meaning 'wise' or 'old.'

2025 rank (girls)
#6,838
Babies named in 2025
16
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 100,454 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2020

Rising since 2020, #6,838 for girls today.

Popularity of Seona since 2000

Babies named Seona per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51116200020102020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s24
2010s37
2020s43

Meaning & origin

Seona is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2000. It is likely of Scottish Gaelic origin, possibly a feminine form of Seon, which itself is a variant of John meaning 'wise' or 'old.' However, its exact etymology is uncertain. The name has been gradually rising in use since 2020, reaching its peak rank of 6,838 in 2025, when it was given to approximately 1 in every 100,454 babies. Seona remains uncommon and has not yet recorded any top states. Its appeal may lie in its soft sound and Scottish heritage, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet melodic name.

Seona is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2000. It likely derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Seon, which is a variant of John, but its exact origin is uncertain. The name has been slowly gaining use, especially since 2020.

Seona” around the world

Where Seona lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Sibling names for Seona

Names that share Seona's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Seona mean?
The meaning of Seona is uncertain, but it may be a feminine form of Seon, a Scottish Gaelic name meaning 'wise' or 'old.'
How popular is the name Seona?
Seona is very rare, ranking 6,838th in 2025 with only about 1 in 100,454 babies given the name that year.
Is Seona a boy or girl name?
Seona is almost exclusively used for girls.