Seamus Klinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus Klinger — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus Klinger 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 Klinger: Bertoldo Klinger (1884–1969), Brazilian military officer Bob Klinger (1908–1977), American baseball player Chad Klinger (active 1998–2013), Canadian country music artist Chajka Klinger (1917–1958), member of Jewish resistance of Będzin ghetto CJ Klinger (Carson Klinger), American professional pickleball player David Klinger (born 1958), American criminologist and former police officer Dietmar Klinger (born 1958), German football player Fausto Klinger (born 1953), Ecuadorian footballer Friedrich Maximilian von Klinger (1752–1831), German dramatist and novelist Georgette Klinger (1915–2004), Cze. 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: Klinger

Hebrew

Bertoldo Klinger (1884–1969), Brazilian military officer Bob Klinger (1908–1977), American baseball player Chad Klinger (active 1998–2013), Canadian country music artist Chajka Klinger (1917–1958), member of Jewish resistance of Będzin ghetto CJ Klinger (Carson Klinger), American professional pickleball player David Klinger (born 1958), American criminologist and former police officer Dietmar Klinger (born 1958), German football player Fausto Klinger (born 1953), Ecuadorian footballer Friedrich Maximilian von Klinger (1752–1831), German dramatist and novelist Georgette Klinger (1915–2004), Cze.

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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 Klinger

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 Klinger:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Klinger?
The surname Klinger originates from Hebrew. Bertoldo Klinger (1884–1969), Brazilian military officer Bob Klinger (1908–1977), American baseball player Chad Klinger (active 1998–2013), Canadian country music artist Chajka Klinger (1917–1958), member of Jewish resistance of Będzin ghetto CJ Klinger (Carson Klinger), American professional pickleball player David Klinger (born 1958), American criminologist and former police officer Dietmar Klinger (born 1958), German football player Fausto Klinger (born 1953), Ecuadorian footballer Friedrich Maximilian von Klinger (1752–1831), German dramatist and novelist Georgette Klinger (1915–2004), Cze.
How common is the surname Klinger?
The surname Klinger is shared by approximately 9K people worldwide.
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