Seymore Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SEE-more //ˈsiːmɔːr//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: 'one who is a keeper of the sea'; French: 'from the sea'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Seymore has its roots in the Old French name "Saint-Maur" or "Seymour," which is derived from the Latin "Sanctus Maurus," meaning "Saint Maurice." This name was brought to England by the Normans during the 11th century, following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name evolved in usage, with various spellings appearing in historical records, including "Seymour" and "Seymore," reflecting the phonetic adaptations of the English language over time.
Historically, the name Seymore is associated with several notable figures, particularly in the context of English nobility. One prominent bearer was Edward Seymour, the Duke of Somerset, who served as Lord Protector for Edward VI in the 16th century.
His influence during the English Reformation and his role in the Tudor court helped to solidify the name's presence in English history. Additionally, the Seymours were connected to the royal family through Jane Seymour, the third wife of King Henry VIII, further embedding the name within the fabric of English heritage.
Culturally, the name Seymore has been linked to themes of nobility and virtue, often associated with the qualities of leadership and protection, reflective of its historical bearers. The name has also been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its resonance in various narratives.
Diminutive forms such as "Sey" may have emerged, though they are less documented. Overall, the name Seymore carries a legacy that intertwines with significant historical events and figures, marking its importance in the annals of English history.
Fictional characters named Seymore
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Seymore is a fictional character from the musical Little Shop of Horrors. He is a timid florist who discovers a mysterious plant that feeds on human flesh.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seymore was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Seymore has ranked as high as #874 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Seymore has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Seymore is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Seymore was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Seymore (1924)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Seymore.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1912 | 6 |