Seamus Rickert

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus Rickert — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus Rickert 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 Rickert: Heinrich Rickert (1863–1936), German philosopher Heinrich Edwin Rickert (1833–1902), German journalist and liberal politician Ludwig Rickert (1897–1963), mayor of Bonn M. Rickert (born 1959), American writer Rick Rickert (born 1983), American-born basketball player Shirley Jean Rickert (1926–2009), American child actress Rickert v. Public Disclosure Commission, Washington State Supreme Court case 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: Rickert

English

Heinrich Rickert (1863–1936), German philosopher Heinrich Edwin Rickert (1833–1902), German journalist and liberal politician Ludwig Rickert (1897–1963), mayor of Bonn M. Rickert (born 1959), American writer Rick Rickert (born 1983), American-born basketball player Shirley Jean Rickert (1926–2009), American child actress Rickert v. Public Disclosure Commission, Washington State Supreme Court case

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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 Rickert

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 Rickert:

9
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Rickert?
The surname Rickert originates from English. Heinrich Rickert (1863–1936), German philosopher Heinrich Edwin Rickert (1833–1902), German journalist and liberal politician Ludwig Rickert (1897–1963), mayor of Bonn M. Rickert (born 1959), American writer Rick Rickert (born 1983), American-born basketball player Shirley Jean Rickert (1926–2009), American child actress Rickert v. Public Disclosure Commission, Washington State Supreme Court case
What are the origins of the name Seamus Rickert?
The name Seamus Rickert combines two different traditions: the first name Seamus has Hebrew roots, while the surname Rickert originates from English.
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