Seamus Caban

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus Caban — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus Caban is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Seamus is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Irish Gaelic form of James, from Hebrew Ya'akov (supplanter). Seamus Heaney, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, made this name globally known. The surname Caban: Claudio Cabán (born 1963), Puerto Rican marathon runner David Cabán (born 1993), Puerto Rican soccer player Edward Caban (born 1967) New York City police commissioner who resigned while under investigation for corruption Jessica Caban (born 1982), American model and actress Tiffany Cabán (born 1987), American lawyer and politician Cavan (unit), a Filipino measure of weight and volume, also spelled caban Operation Caban, a 1979 military operation in French Central Africa Caban Island, part of Tingloy municipality, Philippines Caban, a multi-use centre in Brynrefail, Gwynedd, Wales Caban, a form. Seamus is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 160K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Seamus reached peak popularity in the 1960s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Seamus

Meaning: supplanter

Hebrew

Irish Gaelic form of James, from Hebrew Ya'akov (supplanter). Seamus Heaney, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, made this name globally known.

Surname: Caban

Spanish

Claudio Cabán (born 1963), Puerto Rican marathon runner David Cabán (born 1993), Puerto Rican soccer player Edward Caban (born 1967) New York City police commissioner who resigned while under investigation for corruption Jessica Caban (born 1982), American model and actress Tiffany Cabán (born 1987), American lawyer and politician Cavan (unit), a Filipino measure of weight and volume, also spelled caban Operation Caban, a 1979 military operation in French Central Africa Caban Island, part of Tingloy municipality, Philippines Caban, a multi-use centre in Brynrefail, Gwynedd, Wales Caban, a form.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Seamus is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 60%
United Kingdom 27%
United States 13%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Seamus by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Seamus has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • James
  • Séamus
  • Shamus

Notable People Named Seamus Caban

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Seamus Caban:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Seamus?
The first name Seamus originates from Hebrew. Irish Gaelic form of James, from Hebrew Ya'akov (supplanter). Seamus Heaney, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, made this name globally known.
When was Seamus most popular?
The name Seamus reached its peak popularity during the 1960s.
What is the origin of the surname Caban?
The surname Caban originates from Spanish. Claudio Cabán (born 1963), Puerto Rican marathon runner David Cabán (born 1993), Puerto Rican soccer player Edward Caban (born 1967) New York City police commissioner who resigned while under investigation for corruption Jessica Caban (born 1982), American model and actress Tiffany Cabán (born 1987), American lawyer and politician Cavan (unit), a Filipino measure of weight and volume, also spelled caban Operation Caban, a 1979 military operation in French Central Africa Caban Island, part of Tingloy municipality, Philippines Caban, a multi-use centre in Brynrefail, Gwynedd, Wales Caban, a form.
What are the origins of the name Seamus Caban?
The name Seamus Caban combines two different traditions: the first name Seamus has Hebrew roots, while the surname Caban originates from Spanish.
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