Seamus More

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus More — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus More 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 More: Persons with the surname More, Moré or Mores include: Antonis Mor (c. 1517–1577), Dutch painter Anthony More (musician) (born 1948), British musician Diva More, Brazilian drag queen Edward Rowe Mores (1731–1778), the first person to use the title actuary in relation to insurance mathematicians Gaurav More (born 1998), Indian actor and comedian Ellen More (active 1504–1527), servant at the Scottish royal court George More (recusant) (born 1542) English supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots George More (1553–1662), English politician George More (footballer), Scottish footballer Hamish More (1940–20. 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: More

Scottish

Persons with the surname More, Moré or Mores include: Antonis Mor (c. 1517–1577), Dutch painter Anthony More (musician) (born 1948), British musician Diva More, Brazilian drag queen Edward Rowe Mores (1731–1778), the first person to use the title actuary in relation to insurance mathematicians Gaurav More (born 1998), Indian actor and comedian Ellen More (active 1504–1527), servant at the Scottish royal court George More (recusant) (born 1542) English supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots George More (1553–1662), English politician George More (footballer), Scottish footballer Hamish More (1940–20.

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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 More

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 More:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

1
Personality Number

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

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 More?
The surname More originates from Scottish. Persons with the surname More, Moré or Mores include: Antonis Mor (c. 1517–1577), Dutch painter Anthony More (musician) (born 1948), British musician Diva More, Brazilian drag queen Edward Rowe Mores (1731–1778), the first person to use the title actuary in relation to insurance mathematicians Gaurav More (born 1998), Indian actor and comedian Ellen More (active 1504–1527), servant at the Scottish royal court George More (recusant) (born 1542) English supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots George More (1553–1662), English politician George More (footballer), Scottish footballer Hamish More (1940–20.
What are the origins of the name Seamus More?
The name Seamus More combines two different traditions: the first name Seamus has Hebrew roots, while the surname More originates from Scottish.
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