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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Traditionally glossed 'supplanter,' via James/Jacob
- Origin
- Irish (Anglicization of Séamas, form of James)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- SHAY-mus
Seamus (SHAY-mus) is an Irish boy's name, an Anglicization of Séamas, which is a form of James. It is traditionally glossed as 'supplanter,' via James and Jacob. It has a classic, worldly feel that sits comfortably alongside more familiar names.
Meaning & Origin of Seamus
Meaning: Traditionally glossed 'supplanter,' via James/Jacob.
Origin: Irish (Anglicization of Séamas, form of James).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Seamus
SHAY-musIPA /ˈʃeɪməs/
Popularity of Seamus
Seamus peaked in the U.S. at #735 in 2003, when 248 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1450 with 125 babies, so it's less common now than it was twenty years ago.
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FAQ
What does the name Seamus mean?
Traditionally glossed ‘supplanter,’ via James/Jacob. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Seamus?
Seamus is pronounced SHAY-mus (IPA: /ˈʃeɪməs/).
Is Seamus a popular name right now?
Seamus peaked at #735 in 2003 and is ranked #1450 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1957–2024.)
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