Seamus Boy
Origin(s)
Irish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: supplanter; Hebrew: name of God
Historical & Cultural Background
Seamus is the Irish form of James, derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov. It has been a popular name in Ireland for centuries and is often associated with Irish nationalism and culture. The name has also gained recognition in various English-speaking countries. Seamus is sometimes used in literature and film to evoke Irish heritage.
Trend Summary
Seamus has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
James, Jacob, Sean, Simon, Sullivan, Shane, Jasper, Jared
Variants
- Shay
- Seam
- Shamus
International Variants
- Santiago (Spanish)
- Jacques (French)
- Giacomo (Italian)
Famous people named Seamus
Seamus Heaney was an Irish poet and playwright, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1995.
Seamus Coleman is an Irish professional footballer known for his role as a defender for Everton and the Ireland national team.
Seamus McNally is an Irish author recognized for his contributions to contemporary literature.
Seamus O'Reilly is a journalist and writer known for his work in various media outlets.
Fictional characters named Seamus
Seamus Finnigan is a character in the Harry Potter series, known for his clumsiness and involvement in the Gryffindor house.
Seamus the Sheep is a character in the children's animated series 'Shaun the Sheep', known for his playful and mischievous nature.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seamus was first seen in the United States in 1957. Seamus has ranked as high as #1102 nationally which occurred in 2008 and has been most popular in Massachusetts, California, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Seamus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Seamus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 13 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| CT | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 36 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 50 |
| 1981 | 59 |
| 1982 | 49 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 54 |
| 1986 | 44 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 58 |
| 1990 | 75 |
| 1991 | 78 |
| 1992 | 83 |
| 1993 | 88 |
| 1994 | 111 |
| 1995 | 130 |
| 1996 | 157 |
| 1997 | 164 |
| 1998 | 164 |
| 1999 | 191 |
| 2000 | 194 |
| 2001 | 188 |
| 2002 | 215 |
| 2003 | 248 |
| 2004 | 233 |
| 2005 | 254 |
| 2006 | 244 |
| 2007 | 296 |
| 2008 | 298 |
| 2009 | 276 |
| 2010 | 240 |
| 2011 | 258 |
| 2012 | 259 |
| 2013 | 247 |
| 2014 | 239 |
| 2015 | 221 |
| 2016 | 218 |
| 2017 | 211 |
| 2018 | 178 |
| 2019 | 197 |
| 2020 | 161 |
| 2021 | 158 |
| 2022 | 143 |
| 2023 | 137 |
| 2024 | 125 |