Seamus Chaisson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus Chaisson — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus Chaisson 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 Chaisson: Eric Chaisson (born 1946), American astronomer, educator and writer Greg Chaisson, American bass guitarist Joel Chaisson (born 1960), American politician K'Lavon Chaisson (born 1999), American football player Ray Chaisson (born 1918), American ice hockey player Tim Chaisson (born 1986), Canadian singer-songwriter 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: Chaisson

English

Eric Chaisson (born 1946), American astronomer, educator and writer Greg Chaisson, American bass guitarist Joel Chaisson (born 1960), American politician K'Lavon Chaisson (born 1999), American football player Ray Chaisson (born 1918), American ice hockey player Tim Chaisson (born 1986), Canadian singer-songwriter

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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

Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Chaisson?
The surname Chaisson originates from English. Eric Chaisson (born 1946), American astronomer, educator and writer Greg Chaisson, American bass guitarist Joel Chaisson (born 1960), American politician K'Lavon Chaisson (born 1999), American football player Ray Chaisson (born 1918), American ice hockey player Tim Chaisson (born 1986), Canadian singer-songwriter
What are the origins of the name Seamus Chaisson?
The name Seamus Chaisson combines two different traditions: the first name Seamus has Hebrew roots, while the surname Chaisson originates from English.
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