Seamus Reddick

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus Reddick — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus Reddick 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 Reddick: Alzo J. Reddick (born 1937), American politician Anthony Reddick (born 1985), American football player who played in Canadian Football League Cat Reddick (born 1982), American soccer player David Reddick (born 1971), American artist, illustrator and cartoonist DeWitt Carter Reddick (1904–1980), American journalist and professor Eunice S. Reddick (born 1951), American diplomat Haason Reddick (born 1994), American football player Jaret Reddick (born 1972), lead vocalist / rhythm guitarist for rock band Bowling for Soup Jeffrey Reddick (born 1969), American screenwriter John B. 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: Reddick

English

Alzo J. Reddick (born 1937), American politician Anthony Reddick (born 1985), American football player who played in Canadian Football League Cat Reddick (born 1982), American soccer player David Reddick (born 1971), American artist, illustrator and cartoonist DeWitt Carter Reddick (1904–1980), American journalist and professor Eunice S. Reddick (born 1951), American diplomat Haason Reddick (born 1994), American football player Jaret Reddick (born 1972), lead vocalist / rhythm guitarist for rock band Bowling for Soup Jeffrey Reddick (born 1969), American screenwriter John B.

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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 Reddick

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 Reddick:

6
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Reddick?
The surname Reddick originates from English. Alzo J. Reddick (born 1937), American politician Anthony Reddick (born 1985), American football player who played in Canadian Football League Cat Reddick (born 1982), American soccer player David Reddick (born 1971), American artist, illustrator and cartoonist DeWitt Carter Reddick (1904–1980), American journalist and professor Eunice S. Reddick (born 1951), American diplomat Haason Reddick (born 1994), American football player Jaret Reddick (born 1972), lead vocalist / rhythm guitarist for rock band Bowling for Soup Jeffrey Reddick (born 1969), American screenwriter John B.
What are the origins of the name Seamus Reddick?
The name Seamus Reddick combines two different traditions: the first name Seamus has Hebrew roots, while the surname Reddick originates from English.
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