Sinead
/shihnayd/ Western Male
Meaning & Origin
Sinead is a Western name meaning "This name's origin and meaning are uncertain, especially when assigned to a male. It is usually considered the Irish form of Jeanette, meaning "God is gracious."". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Austria, BE, Canada, CL. Origin disputed; potentially related to the Irish name Sine, or a borrowing/adaptation of Jeannette from French. If related to Sine, it is ultimately derived from Jane, which is from Hebrew Yochanan.
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Male
Phonetic shihnayd
IPA ʃɪneɪd
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as shihnayd. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
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